Wayne Rooney has made his stance clear: Viktor Gyökeres has outshone Benjamin Šeško, and Arsenal’s decision to sign the Swedish striker looks increasingly astute. After Gyökeres ended his goal drought in Arsenal’s 2–0 triumph over Burnley, Rooney awarded him an impressive four out of five stars, bringing his season tally to six goals. Meanwhile, Šeško has struggled at Manchester United, scoring just twice in 11 appearances and earning a modest two-star rating.
Rooney isn’t alone in his assessment. Former teammate Gary Neville has also expressed doubts about Šeško’s readiness for Premier League challenges, implicitly praising Arsenal for their transfer strategy. Gyökeres, by contrast, is showing growing confidence, consistently making his mark in front of goal.
This early-season comparison highlights how pivotal transfer decisions can be, not only in shaping a team’s performance but also in influencing the perception of player potential. Arsenal’s gamble on Gyökeres appears to be paying off, while Manchester United may be facing tough questions about Šeško’s adaptation and long-term role
