In a stirring admission, Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has expressed deep concerns about new signing Benjamin Sesko, following his lackluster performance in the recent Manchester Derby.

The young Slovenian forward, who joined from RB Leipzig for a hefty £74 million after showcasing his talent with 13 goals and five assists in the Bundesliga, had high expectations riding on him. However, after starting his first Premier League match against Manchester City, which ended in a crushing 3-0 defeat for United, Ferdinand's worries have intensified.

Ferdinand took to his YouTube channel, revealing, “The one I’m worried about is Sesko. He’s not getting chances or opportunities; there’s nothing being created for him.” He stressed the necessity of crafting openings for a new striker joining the squad, warning that the current approach could lead to dire consequences.

The Manchester Derby was a grim affair for United fans, highlighted by Phil Foden’s opening goal followed by two clinical finishes from Erling Haaland, which sealed the fate of the game.

Ferdinand lamented not just the lack of support for Sesko but also the overall lack of creativity in the squad, particularly in Bruno Fernandes’ absence. “Without him, you're left questioning who else can step up,

he noted, “There was zero creativity.” His main concern, however, was the defense. "It's disheartening watching United like this. The way we allowed City to score was just weak, a total lack of fight.”

With raging critiques swirling, United manager Ruben Amorim shared his frustration post-match. He admitted, “We can avoid those goals. That was the biggest difference,” pointing to missed opportunities during transitions as a critical factor in the defeat.

In what’s proving a pivotal moment for the Red Devils, both Ferdinand and Amorim are sounding the alarm bells—urgent changes are needed as pressure mounts on the club.