With just 24 hours left before the much-anticipated Manchester Derby, Benjamin Šeško has set tongues wagging with a striking admission from Manchester United’s training ground. The young Slovenian forward revealed that he managed to hit double figures—ten goals—in a single training session. What stood out most was not just the tally itself, but the credit he gave for it. According to Šeško, every one of those goals was made possible by Bruno Fernandes. The United captain’s passing range and vision, he claimed, are so refined that his through-balls are on par with, and perhaps even superior to, those of Manchester City’s creative maestro Kevin De Bruyne.
Šeško did not hold back in his praise. He explained that if Erik ten Hag’s successor Ruben Amorim opts to pair him with Fernandes against City, the duo could provide the decisive edge United need. Fernandes has often been criticized in recent months for inconsistency and wastefulness, yet Šeško painted a very different picture—one of a playmaker with extraordinary creativity. He described Bruno’s passing as “unreal,” insisting that his ability to slice open defenses is second to none in the Premier League.
The significance of Šeško’s comments is amplified by the timing. United are preparing for one of their toughest fixtures of the season: an away clash against Pep Guardiola’s City at the Etihad. On paper, the reigning champions boast a frightening lineup, with Erling Haaland, Julián Álvarez, and De Bruyne all in contention to start. Still, Šeško’s remarks hint that United may have discovered a counter-weapon of their own—Bruno Fernandes pulling the strings from midfield and Šeško ready to finish clinically in the final third.
Supporters have wasted no time reacting to the Slovenian’s confidence. Across social media, excitement is growing around what some are already calling the birth of a formidable new partnership. Fans have even compared the potential Bruno-Šeško combination to legendary attacking duos from United’s past, with one comparison drawing a parallel to the iconic Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo partnership of the 2000s.
For Šeško personally, the derby represents more than just another game. Known for his blend of speed, aerial dominance, and sharp finishing, he is eager to make his debut in the Manchester Derby unforgettable. His belief that Fernandes can provide the perfect service has only raised expectations that he could deliver a statement performance.
The question now rests with Amorim. Will he trust Šeško’s instincts and start him alongside Fernandes from the opening whistle, or opt for a more cautious, experienced selection? Either way, Šeško’s words have injected fresh intrigue into the derby narrative. If the partnership clicks, tomorrow could be remembered as the night a new attacking duo was born at Old Trafford—one capable of shaking City’s grip on the rivalry.
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