Benjamin Šeško is a towering striker from Slovenia. After playing for Salzburg, he is now competing for RB Leipzig.
Benjamin Šeško’s market value is estimated at €50 million according to Transfermarkt(as of February 2025)
Benjamin Šeško Scouting Report | The Next Haaland
♦ Player Profile
Nationality : slovenia
Date of Birth : 31 May 2003
Height : 195cm
Weight : 86kg
Possible Positions : Striker
Preferred Foot : Right(Two-footed)
Youth Clubs :
Radeče (2010-2013)
Rudar Trbovlje (2013-2014)
Radeče (2014-2016)
Krsko (2016-2018)
Domzale (2018-2019)
Senior Career :
FC Red Bull Salzburg (2019~2023)
RB Leipzig(2023~Present)
Benjamin Šeško – Austria Bundesliga (2021–2023)Bundesliga Stats (As of February 2025)
| Season(League) | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Minutes Played |
| 2021-2022(Austria Bundesliga) | 24 | 5 | 1 | 979 |
| 2022-2023(Austria Bundesliga) | 30 | 16 | 4 | 2,021 |
| 2023-24(Bundesliga) | 31 | 14 | 2 | 1,526 |
| 2024-25(As of February 2025) | 21 | 9 | 3 | 1,521 |
Benjamin Šeško : Strengths, Weaknesses & Playing Style Analysis
♦ Key Strengths :
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Overwhelming physicality
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Outstanding aerial ability and heading
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Finishing ability, link-up play, and dribbling skills
♣ Weakness :
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None
♠ Unique Traits & Playstyle :
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A striker with the potential to become a complete forward
As shown in the statistics, Šeško possesses a wide range of tools, including goal-scoring ability, link-up play, dribbling, and aerial prowess. On top of that, he also boasts exceptional physicality and speed.
Notably, despite having the lowest number of shots and touches inside the penalty box, he holds the highest accuracy in successful shots on target and has a remarkably high goal-scoring rate compared to his xG (expected goals).
This suggests that Šeško is highly efficient with the chances he gets, making him a player who can thrive even without the team’s tactics being centered around him.
(On a side note, Patrik Schick’s goal-scoring rate per minute this season is absolutely insane. Without recording a single assist, he is currently scoring 1.49 goals per game!)
90-Minute stats comparison of five players in the same position from the same league in the 24/25 season
♦ conclusion
Benjamin Šeško is a natural-born striker with an exceptional physique and goal-scoring ability. He is proficient in shooting, dribbling, and aerial duels while also executing relentless pressing at the front. Additionally, he has the versatility to drop deeper to participate in build-up play and link up with teammates depending on the tactical needs of his team.
With such a diverse skill set, he perfectly fits the mold of a modern-day striker, who is expected to fulfill multiple roles in today’s football. Personally, I consider him one of the most exciting young striker prospects. If he continues to develop steadily, he has the potential to blossom into a world-class talent at a top club. For now, he is gaining valuable experience at Leipzig, and while we don’t know which club he will play for in the future, I am confident he will adapt and thrive wherever he goes.
♦ Summary
In summary, It remains to be seen whether Šeško can truly become “The Next Haaland”, but he undoubtedly possesses the potential—and perhaps even the capability to surpass that level in the future.
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