Manchester United Contacts RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko
Manchester United have initiated contact with RB Leipzig to explore the possibility of signing Benjamin Sesko, according to sources close to the club.
Although formal negotiations have not yet begun, United has contacted the Bundesliga club to find out their financial demands for the striker.
According to the same sources, RB Leipzig values the Slovenian international at a figure between 80 and 90 million euros.
This valuation could be considered high by Manchester United, who will seek to negotiate a more favorable deal.Man United are eyeing a potential move for Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig.Newcastle United has also shown interest in Sesko, but sources indicate that Manchester United is confident of being the chosen team if the final decision comes down to a direct choice between the two clubs.
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United have also shown interest in Ollie Watkins. The 29-year-old striker is considered a more economical option with proven experience in the Premier League, although Aston Villa have privately insisted that the English player is not available this summer.
Sesko has scored 39 goals in 87 matches with Leipzig since his arrival from Red Bull Salzburg in 2023, including 27 goals in his two Bundesliga seasons.
The possible arrival of another young forward could affect the future of Rasmus Højlund.
The international Dane has struggled to score goals since his signing from Atalanta in 2023, and has aroused interest this summer from Napoli and Juventus.
