United make a huge bid for Sesko while Newcastle offer more, but player reportedly prefers Old Trafford.
Manchester United have lodged a formal offer just under £74 million (€85M), comprising £65M fixed plus ~£8.9M in performance bonuses, to secure RB Leipzig’s 22-year-old striker Benjamin Šeško.
Despite Newcastle’s higher club-record bid of £69.7M plus bonuses, Leipzig have yet to decide. Internal sources suggest Sesko may favor a move to United.
Contract Details
Šeško renewed his Leipzig contract until 2029, with an informal agreement allowing a move for around
€75M (£63M). Newcastle may have offered €80M with add-ons that Leipzig reportedly still declined. (Subasta millonaria, AS
Benjamin Šeško Profile & Playing Style
The 6ft5 Slovenian striker Šeško scored 39 goals in 87 Leipzig appearances and netted 21 goals across competitions last season. Known for his mobility, physicality, and finishing, Šeško is being tipped as a future elite attacker.
Context: Newcastle & Isak Situation
Newcastle’s push is driven by Alexander Isak’s expected £70M move to Liverpool. Signing Šeško would offer a direct replacement, but Leipzig have prioritized tactical preference. Meanwhile, speculation continues over Manchester United possibly offloading Rasmus Højlund to accommodate the deal.
Player Inclinations & Transfer Outlook
Despite Newcastle’s financial strength, reports suggest Šeško is more inclined toward Old Trafford, where he potentially offers a clearer long-term project and status. As discussions progress, Leipzig may leave the final decision to the player.
What This Means for United
If sealed, this would signal a major rebuild at Manchester United under Ruben Amorim. Šeško’s potential arrival addresses attacking depth concerns while giving the club a high-ceiling talent for years to come.
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