Why 'sparky' Benjamin Sesko has long been touted to reach the top of the game... but Erling Haaland comparisons are misplaced despite their similar journeys
A talented basketball player who idolises fellow Slovenian and NBA star Luka Doncic, the 6ft 5ins Sesko set his sights on taking Erling Haaland 's No 9 shirt from the moment he joined Red Bull Salzburg in 2019. Next season, Sesko may be trying to beat the forward to the golden boot.
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