Benjamin Sesko convinced tactical shift will spark Man United resurgence

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• Yet while he should operate closer to the goal, Amorim ended up deploying him deep, moulding him into a deep‑lying playmaker. This positional shift did not erase the Portuguese magnifico’s influence, but many felt he would have been far more decisive further forward rather than shackled deep. After Amorim’s dismissal, interim head coach Darren Fletcher and caretaker Michael Carrick made a pivotal change by restoring Fernandes to the No.10 role.
• This move quickly began to yield positive results. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementIn three appearances in that position, Fernandes has rejuvenated United’s attacking play, registering three assists and sparking fresh creativity. And now Benjamin Sesko believes his captain’s return to the No.10 role is a game‑changing tactical tweak. Sesko: Bruno is the perfect 10 for meSpeaking to Arena Sport Slovenia, the striker admitted:“Playing with him as a No.10 is a wonderful thing because he’s an amazing and exceptional player.“You realise that he makes passes that not everyone is capable of producing.
• “I particularly enjoyed my first goal against Burnley because I knew he was the player capable of delivering the ball in that way, and in many other situations. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“So I’m happy with his move to this position and the passes it provides me.”Sesko is right to celebrate Fernandes as a No.10; he is likely to be the biggest beneficiary of this tactical shift. Previously, under Amorim’s system, Sesko often struggled for service, even when United managed to score.
• Too frequently, he was left isolated, feeding off scraps. With Fernandes restored to the playmaker’s role, Sesko’s fortunes should change.
• He now looks set to thrive on the flood of chances United’s No.8 creates with ease. Attention now turns to Arsenal.