Manchester United agree deal with RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko

Manchester United have agreed a deal with RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko. The Slovenian will undergo medical tests next.

by Suvojit Banerjee August 7, 2025
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After weeks of speculation and drama, the Benjamin Sesko transfer saga is finally over. As revealed before, Sesko chose Manchester United over Newcastle United.

And, the Red Devils got that indication from the player’s camp, and that is why they made an official bid of around €80 million for the striker.

However, RB Leipzig were ready to accept the second bid from Newcastle United, which was around €90 million.

But, the tables were turned when Manchester United matched the offer sent by the Magpies as they also sent a €90 million bid for the 22-year-old.

After that, Fabrizio Romano revealed that Benjamin Sesko agreed personal terms with Manchester United. The Red Devils will give the Slovenian a contract until 2030.

However, Manchester United still needed to agree a fee with RB Leipzig for the striker. As Fabrizio Romano reveals, Manchester United have agreed a deal with RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko.

Manchester United will be paying €76.5 million upfront and €8.5 million on add-ons. Sesko will soon undergo medical tests to complete his move to Old Trafford.

This was one of the most exciting transfer sagas of this summer. Benjamin Sesko is one of the most exciting talents in Europe right now.

Arsenal and Liverpool were also interested in the player at the start of the transfer window. But, they chose to go with different players.

Now, it will be interesting to see what happens with Rasmus Hojlund. The Danish striker is attracting interest from various Serie A clubs.

For now, Benjamin Sesko will become the third and perhaps the most exciting acquisition of Manchester United under the Ruben Amorim era.

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