Manchester United are on the verge of making a major breakthrough in the transfer market. The club is currently undergoing high consultations to sign RB Leipzig’s Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesco.
According to well-known journalist David Ornstein, the 22-year-old attacker revealed that his preference was a move towards Old Trafford despite a significant bid from Newcastle United already accepted by his current club.
Newcastle’s bid has been reported to be worth 82.5 million euros, and it met RB Leipzig’s rating with an additional 2.5 million euros on a potential add-on.
Benjamin Sesco chose to join Man United
However, with an amazing twist, Sesko chose to wait for Man United and turned down the opportunity to join Magpies.
The decision gave United a significant opening and the club is currently in talks with Leipzig to build a deal that suits all parties.
At the moment, there is no official club-to-club agreement between Man United and RB Leipzig, but discussions are actively underway.
The Red Devils are confident they will complete their move in the coming days. The deal could be a pivotal moment in United’s summer business as manager Reuben Amorim continues to overhaul his team in preparation for the 2025/26 campaign.
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The Premier League Giants have already secured offensive signatures from Massuseus Cunya and Brian Mbeumo this summer, and it appears that Sesco will be taking part in Old Trafford this summer.
Despite the promise of football in the Champions League, his decision to reject Newcastle shows that despite not at the top of European football at this time, the Red Devils are still being pulled to attract the best young talent in world football.
United fans hope that the club will close the process and secure signatures for players they believe many will be able to lead the line for years to come.
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