Rasmus Hojlund was brought to Manchester United as a young and freshman, this was evident in the match arena. Before the Dane was criticized for not taking advantage of the scoring chances he got, it was quite clear in the first season that he actually rarely got the ball from his teammates. United legend Dimitar Berbatov advises replacement Benjamin Sesko not to fall into this trap. Here you have to yell until you get the ball!
In a chat with Rio Ferdinand on his YouTube channel, the former United striker pours out advice for young Sesko.
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“Have faith in yourself, and be arrogant in a way where you demand the ball from your teammates when you go on runs. When you make a good run and the ball doesn’t come, say so, or show it in a way that makes your teammate understand: “I’m here, I’ll make the run for you, respect my run.” Not every time, but “try to see me and believe in what I can do with that race” doses Berbatov. Who wants more temperament in the Slovenian striker.
“Be angry sometimes. Show your anger towards him. Scream, swear at him, whatever. It’s not personal, but just in a way that says, “I’m here, man, that’s why I’m here. Just give me the ball. Play for me. I’ll try to score for you!” Whether it’s during the break, before or after the game – just talk!
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“Sometimes players have to be more aggressive and emotional, in a way that says, ‘Play me the damn ball, man! Get angry with your teammates. Don’t always be polite and best friends. Be more angry. You can be good friends off the pitch, but demand more from each other. At the end of the day, it’s about the goals of the strikers. If they don’t score enough, people will be on them,” Berbatov concludes.
