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Sesko and Ekitiké Look to Buck Trend of Ex-Bundesliga Forwards Struggling After Big Transfers

SACHSEN, GERMANY, AUG 10 – The striker weighs career growth and competitive challenges in deciding on a 2025 move from Germany's Bundesliga to England's Premier League.

  • Benjamin Sesko completed his transfer from Leipzig to Manchester United ahead of the 2025-08-09 pre-season friendly at Old Trafford.
  • This move follows a trend where many Bundesliga forwards struggle to adapt to the Premier League's distinct style and physical demands.
  • Historical examples include Timo Werner and Jadon Sancho, who failed to meet expectations despite high-profile transfers, while Erling Haaland succeeded.
  • The Bundesliga leads Europe's top five leagues with a 3.13 goals per game average last season, fueled by tactical styles like high defensive lines and gegenpressing.
  • Sesko and Hugo Ekitiké, moving from Germany to the Premier League, must overcome adaptation challenges to avoid the pitfalls experienced by many before them.
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Sesko and Ekitiké look to buck trend of ex-Bundesliga forwards struggling after big transfers

Benjamin Sesko’s long-awaited move from Leipzig to Manchester United is done. Now the real work begins.

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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Sunday, August 10, 2025.
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