Manchester United look set to beat Newcastle to the signing of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko after they reportedly agreed a £73m deal.
Both clubs have been keen to sign the 6ft 5ins striker but United have agreed a move with a guaranteed payment of £66m plus add-ons.
United have already signed Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo this summer as they rebuild following last year’s dreadful campaign.
Sesko scored 21 goals in all competitions last season and will add a physical edge to their attack.
Why do both clubs want Sesko?
The Slovenian forward only joined Leipzig from Red Bull Salzburg in 2023. Since then, he has registered 39 goals and eight assists in 87 appearances.
Last year, he signed a contract extension until 2029. While the deal does not include a formal release clause, it is widely believed there is a gentleman’s agreement that Leipzig would not block a move if the right sporting project and offer came along.
Sesko’s previous contract had contained a €65m release clause.
On the international stage, Sesko has already become a talisman for Slovenia. He made his senior debut a day after turning 18 and has gone on to earn 41 caps, scoring 16 goals. He was part of his country’s squad at Euro 2024.
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2025-08-07 16:38:19
