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Man United Renew Push for Long-Time Target Benjamin Sesko

Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig)
July 2025

Manchester United are leading the race to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, a player they first scouted at age 16 but failed to sign on two previous occasions despite early interest and low valuations. United passed on Sesko in 2019 and again in 2022 before he joined Leipzig. Now likened to Haaland and Ibrahimovic, the prolific Slovenian is once again a top target as United look to avoid a third costly miss.

Man United, Newcastle Battle for €75m Sesko Deal

Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig)
July 2025

RB Leipzig have set a €75 million asking price plus add-ons and a sell-on clause for Benjamin Sesko. Both Manchester United and Newcastle are vying to sign the 22-year-old striker this summer. United have initiated contact with Leipzig while Newcastle also prioritise Sesko, who scored 21 goals in 45 appearances last season. Leipzig are firm on their price, with the player under contract until 2029.

Arsenal Told Sesko Will Cost £75m Upfront

Benjamin Sesko (Arsenal)
Summer 2025 transfer window

Arsenal are targeting 21-year-old striker Benjamin Sesko but must pay £75m upfront to RB Leipzig, with further add-ons likely to raise the total cost of the deal beyond the initial demand.
Leipzig’s sporting director Marcel Schafer informed Arsenal’s Andrea Berta that the club will only accept a fixed sum. Mikel Arteta is prioritizing a No. 9 to lead Arsenal’s attack next season.

Arsenal Target €70M Striker Šeško from Leipzig

Benjamin Šeško (RB Leipzig)
April 2025

Arsenal are closely monitoring 21-year-old Leipzig striker Benjamin Šeško ahead of a potential summer move. The Slovenian has a €70M release clause that could rise with performance incentives.
The Gunners are evaluating Šeško’s fit as a long-term option up front. TEAMtalk reports that Arsenal are willing to match the clause if talks progress positively in the coming weeks.

Liverpool Join Race for Osimhen or Sesko to Reinforce Attack

Victor Osimhen (Napoli), Benjamin Sesko (Leipzig)
Summer 2025

Liverpool are eyeing Napoli’s Osimhen and RB Leipzig’s Sesko as potential striker upgrades over Diogo Jota and Darwin Núñez, targeting more consistent firepower for next season’s title push.
Both forwards are valued around £70m—far cheaper than Newcastle’s £130m-rated Isak. However, Liverpool will face stiff competition from Arsenal, Man United, Juventus, and PSG for their signatures.

Arsenal Lead Race for RB Leipzig’s €70m Striker Benjamin Sesko

Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig)
March 2025

Arsenal are leading the race to sign Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, who prefers a Premier League move amid strong interest from several top European clubs.
With a €70m release clause, Sesko’s preference for Champions League football puts Arsenal ahead, especially as Man United may miss out on qualification unless they win the Europa League.

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