Benjamin Šeško’s Manchester United signing has taken the football world — and the internet — by storm. After completing a £74 million move from RB Leipzig, the 22-year-old Slovenian striker was unveiled not only at Old Trafford but also in a viral fan-made video featuring none other than Rihanna.
⚽ Šeško Joins Manchester United in Major Summer Deal
Manchester United officially confirmed the Benjamin Šeško signing earlier this summer. The club secured the talented striker on a five-year deal, keeping him at Old Trafford until 2030. He will wear the No. 30 shirt — the same number he wore during his stints with Red Bull Salzburg and Leipzig.
Manager Rúben Amorim, who is overseeing a new era at United, sees Šeško as a key piece in the club’s rebuild. The striker joins alongside fellow newcomers Matheus Cunha , Bryan Mbeumo, and Diego León, as United aim to return to European glory.
“Šeško is ready to play and smart enough to adapt quickly,” Amorim said ahead of United’s Premier League opener.
— Reuters (outbound link)
🎶 Rihanna Tribute Sends Social Media Into a Frenzy
The buzz around Šeško’s Manchester United signing exploded further when a creative fan produced a tribute video set to a Rihanna track. Titled “Rihanna – Welcome to Manchester United, Benjamin Šeško and …”, the mashup quickly went viral across social platforms.
Although the video isn’t an official release from the club or Rihanna, its global appeal reflects the energy and excitement fans feel about Šeško’s arrival.
▶️ Watch the video here:
Rihanna – Welcome to Manchester United, Benjamin Šeško (YouTube)
🧠 What Šeško Brings to United
Standing at 6’4″, Benjamin Šeško combines elite physical attributes with technical skill. Known for his aerial dominance, pace, and precise finishing, he offers the type of forward United have lacked since the departure of consistent goalscorers.
Under Amorim’s system, which emphasizes attacking fluidity and high pressing, Šeško could become a focal point in United’s attack. His age and potential also align with the club’s strategy of building a young, dynamic squad for the long term.
Read more: How Rúben Amorim is reshaping Manchester United’s tactics
🌍 A Signing That Transcends the Pitch
From his clinical presence in front of goal to Rihanna’s unexpected (but fan-made) musical welcome, Benjamin Šeško’s Manchester United signing is resonating far beyond the football pitch.
It’s rare for a player to make such an impact before kicking a ball in the Premier League — but between his potential and the media buzz, Šeško might just live up to the moment.
📣 Final Thoughts
Whether this is the beginning of a title-challenging era or another chapter in United’s rebuilding journey, one thing is clear: Benjamin Šeško has already won over fans — and the internet.
With pop culture moments like Rihanna’s viral tribute and a bold new system under Amorim, United supporters have every reason to be excited.
👉 What do you think — can Šeško live up to the hype at Manchester United?
