Benjamin Sesko sets his next target for Manchester United! Starting position may be at risk, Carrick could make major lineup adjustments.

Benjamin Sesko was nominated for the Premier League's February Player of the Month, but he had a poor performance at Newcastle's St James' Park, ending up seeing his team defeated. This has brought his starting position under scrutiny again, with some supporters arguing he performs better when coming off the bench.

The 22-year-old Sesko had scored 4 goals in 5 matches previously, but his form dipped in his first consecutive starts under Carrick. In the coming week, he may need to work hard in training to secure his starting spot, proving to Carrick that he deserves to start again against Aston Villa.

Insiders at Carrington revealed that this €85 million striker has set a new personal goal: to score for Manchester United from outside the box! Statistics show that since joining, he has scored 9 goals for the Red Devils, all from inside the penalty area. However, in the Bundesliga, he was known for his powerful shooting, though he rarely gets chances for long-range efforts in the Premier League.

At Manchester United, Sesko's training attitude has long been recognized; he even employed NFL training techniques to help himself adapt to the physical demands of the Premier League. The Slovenian striker shares similarities with Cristiano Ronaldo, being a fitness fanatic and perfectionist, almost constantly in the gym.

According to "The Athletic," during his time at Salzburg, the club even revoked his gym access due to concerns over his excessive training.

At Manchester United, even during team breaks, Sesko continues high-intensity training, easily completing workout programs designed for American football muscle giants. To enhance his chances of success at United, Sesko has tried every possible method.

Sesko's villa in Cheshire features a sauna and a mini football pitch, with double-glazed windows installed for sound insulation to avoid disturbances from Manchester Airport flights and nearby traffic noise, improving sleep quality. He also uses a virtual reality headset to simulate match scenarios, practicing his decision-making in short timeframes during games.

However, Rome wasn't built in a day; Sesko likely still needs time to become an undisputed starter for Manchester United. Teammates Amad Diallo and Cunha will compete with him for the starting spot at Old Trafford against Villa. After his seven-game unbeaten run ended, manager Carrick might make the most significant lineup changes since taking charge!

Argentine defender Lisandro Martinez has returned to training on the grass. Once he is back, United might pair him with Maguire in central defense, with French youngster Lenny Yoro returning to the bench. Additionally, the right-back position, vacated by Mazraoui's late injury against Newcastle, could be handed back to Diogo Dalot.

The match against Villa is crucial for United; a win would solidify their position as third in the Premier League, distancing themselves from Villa. However, if they fail to win, the Red Devils could be dragged into a chaotic battle for the top four.

That weekend, Chelsea will host Newcastle at home, while Liverpool also face Tottenham, who have not won in their last 11 matches, at Anfield; both could secure full points and narrow the gap with United.

Regarding the 11-day gap between two matches, Carrick commented: "It actually makes no difference. Losing a match, especially when having an extra player, is something we must accept and analyze. Regardless of when the next game is, we will handle it. We know there's a slightly longer interval before the next match, but it gives us ample time to prepare."