The summer transfer window is already heating up, and the phones are buzzing across the offices of England’s top clubs. At Old Trafford, the focus has shifted back to the attack. Manchester United appear to be in the market for a No. 9 capable of leading a new era, a player who can finally deliver the end product their investments have yet to yield. Patience is wearing thin with certain names, and manager Rúben Amorim is demanding a more clinical, effective squad. One name that continues to echo through the corridors of Carrington is Benjamin Šeško. The young RB Leipzig striker is back on United’s radar after a strong season, and the buzz around him is growing, in part because his price tag is rising.
Christian Falk, a well-connected journalist in the German football landscape, reports that Leipzig are open to offers starting at €70 million, but ideally want closer to €100 million for the Slovenian forward. According to CaughtOffside, Šeško has already been advised by his national team coach to reject overtures from Saudi Arabian clubs. Leipzig, for their part, are in no hurry to sell and remain in control of the process. With neither United nor Arsenal participating in the Club World Cup starting June 15, there’s no immediate urgency, but the interest from both clubs is real and building.
So far, there have been no formal offers but all signs suggest that United and Arsenal are waiting for the right moment to act. And with the striker market quickly becoming one of the most competitive areas of the summer window, that moment may need to come sooner rather than later.
“Benjamin Sesko’s national coach has given him a clear message: he should not go to Saudi Arabia. That would not be good for his career. Leipzig are therefore relaxed about the situation,”
“RB Leipzig is willing to talk from €70m. Ideally, however, Sesko should bring any bid up to €100m. Premier League clubs Arsenal and Manchester United are still very interested. However, there has not yet been a breakthrough in the transfer negotiations.
Benjamin Sesko in action, as Manchester United weigh a potential €70m-€100m transfer move.
“As both England clubs are not taking part in the Club World Cup, which begins on 15 June, they are under no pressure to sign Sesko in the near future.”
The Šeško case invites deeper reflection. Is he truly worth between €70 million and €100 million? The answer depends entirely on what Manchester United are looking for. If the goal is to secure a long-term offensive focal point for the next five to six years, then perhaps the investment is justifiable. Šeško possesses the physicality, speed, and developing instincts of a modern striker, and his goal-scoring record continues to improve. However, the reality remains: he has yet to dominate any major league. For all his promise, he is still a work in progress, and at that price, United must be certain of the kind of player they’re committing to.
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But that interest comes with no guarantees. Paying upwards of €70–100 million for a player whose appeal lies more in potential than in proven form is a serious risk, one United have taken before, with mixed results. The club’s experiences with signings like Anthony Martial and Jadon Sancho serve as cautionary tales. Meanwhile, Jean-Philippe Mateta has quietly emerged as a more grounded and attainable target, steadily gaining traction inside Old Trafford.
In terms of priority, Benjamin Šeško certainly offers long-term upside, but he’s not the only answer. Rasmus Højlund doesn’t need direct competition, he needs a strike partner with a contrasting style and greater maturity. United must also explore other profiles, particularly those who can deliver immediate goals. In that regard, someone like Viktor Gyökeres may be the more pragmatic option. He’s more complete, mentally seasoned, and ready to lead the line now. Even if his fee is comparable to Šeško’s, Gyökeres comes with significantly less uncertainty. Whether the Slovenian eventually ends up at Old Trafford remains to be seen.