Benjamin Sesko has become Manchester United's super sub, scoring three decisive goals in his last four games and demanding a starting spot against Crystal Palace. The £74m striker has scored every 55 minutes in 2026, making him the Premier League's most prolific player this calendar year. His late winner at Everton has intensified calls for him to replace one of United's current front three.

Gary Neville believes Sesko's celebration at Goodison Park was a clear message to manager Michael Carrick: 'get me in this damn team now.' The 22-year-old's goals have been worth seven points to fourth-placed United in their Champions League chase, rescuing draws against West Ham and wins at Everton and Fulham. Without his contributions, United would be sixth and four points off Liverpool.

Neville expects Carrick to start Sesko on Sunday, likely at the expense of Amad Diallo, who was sacrificed at Everton. The former United defender argues that dropping a player scoring winners and equalizers on consecutive appearances would be impossible. Sesko's journey mirrors that of Rasmus Hojlund, who was signed for £72m before being replaced by the Slovenian this summer, raising questions about whether he can handle the pressure of being United's No. 9.