Juan Riquelme Angulo: Race heating up for the Ecuadorian Haaland

Manchester United cannot afford to repeat the mistake they made with Rasmus Hojlund when it comes to Benjamin Sesko. The Dane also arrived as a young star, hoping to succeed at Old Trafford where other young forwards had failed. Then-manager Erik ten Hag had asked for support for the Denmark international to avoid burdening him with the sole responsibility of leading the team’s attack. However, the Glazers opted against it, and by his sophomore campaign, the former Atalanta ace’s confidence was shot and his performances dipped beyond acceptable levels.

Juan Riquelme Angulo: Race heating up for the Ecuadorian Haaland. Manchester United cannot afford to repeat the mistake they made with Rasmus Hojlund when it comes to Benjamin Sesko. The Dane also arrived as a young star, hoping to succeed at Old Trafford where other young forwards had failed. Then-manager Erik ten Hag had asked for support for the Denmark international to avoid burdening him with the sole responsibility of leading the team’s attack. However, the Glazers opted against it, and by his sophomore campaign, the former Atalanta ace’s confidence was shot and his performances dipped beyond acceptable levels. As a result, he was shipped out to Napoli on loan, where he is expected to remain for the long term. United’s new No.9 has started in fine fashion, and does look better than his predecessor. But with the Red Devils qualifying...