It looks like the Benjamin Sesko transfer saga is nearing its finish line. The Slovenian has been a target for many European giants throughout this transfer window.
Arsenal initially wanted to sign him. But, they choose to go with Viktor Gyokeres. After that, Liverpool had the striker in their target list. However, the Reds signed Hugo Ekitike.
Newcastle United also wanted to sign the 22-year-old. They also submitted an €80 million bid initially which they imroved to €90 million after RB Leipzig rejected their offer.
The German club was ready to accept Newcastle’s offer. However, Manchester United were also looking to sign a striker and they had Sesko in their list of target.
The Red Devils did not wait and submitted an initial offer of €85 million to Leipzig. They German club was expected to reject that offer. But, Manchester United had a clear stance about this Benjamin Sesko transfer.
They were ready to bid for the player if he picked them over Newcastle. The Magpies were offering him Champions League football. However, the Slovenian made his choice.
Benjamin Sesko has made his decision and he wants to join Manchester United instead of Newcastle United. After this news broke, Florian Plenttenberg reported that the Red Devils have offered an improved bid to RB Leipzig.
Manchester United are now ready to pay €90 million with €80 million upfront and €10 million on add-ons. Both clubs are working on this deal and finally, this Benjamin Sesko transfer saga is coming to an end.
🚨🆕 Manchester United have improved their offer and are currently proposing around €80 million as a fixed fee + add-ons (previously €75+10).
However, there is still no agreement with RB Leipzig. Marcel Schäfer has not accepted the current offer as of this morning at 9:49am… pic.twitter.com/TMraDfMJJN
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) August 6, 2025
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