The situation of Benjamin Sesko remains one of the most interesting to follow this summer with Arsenal in active talks to sign the striker.
Nothing is done yet at this stage, not even on personal terms. The story is still open and fans are waiting to understand what’s going to happen with the RB Leipzig striker.
Benjamin Sesko's Agent Speaks Out on Arsenal Deal
Elvis Basanovic clarifies transfer situation with Fabrizio Romano
Benjamin Sesko in action for RB Leipzig
In an exclusive interview with GIVEMESPORT, Sesko’s agent Elvis Basanovic has clarified the current situation - speaking for the first time in months.
Asked if he sees the Arsenal striker race as being between Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres, Basnovic said:
“Well, thanks for the question. I got many similar questions in last days! It’s not correct to speak about names of clubs that are interested in Sesko. But maybe it is right to clarify a few things."
We’re happy to hear from you, as this Sesko-Gyokeres story is one of the sagas of the summer: what’s happening with this saga?
The agent added:
Let me tell you: Sesko is not competing with anyone. It’s him vs him every day. We have a clear plan for the future and media speculation doesn’t affect us.
Sesko is not just a striker, he is a special striker.
The plan remains to leave RB Leipzig this summer?
“Well, his numbers at his age compared to some strikers with already great careers at his age are confirming my words. He will move from RB Leipzig only when we recognise a special club, a special project with a special coach."
Sesko's Agent Not Pushing Leipzig for Lower Exit Fee
They have full respect for Leipzig as Arsenal talks continue
Benjamin Sesko in action for RB Leipzig
There are rumours about you pressing Leipzig for Sesko to leave for a lower fee to join Arsenal. Is that true?
“This is far from truth! We respect RB Leipzig and I am 100% convinced RB Leipzig will also respect our decision for the next step when we decide to do it."
Benjamin Sesko's statistics for RB Leipzig this season
When is that going to happen? When is Sesko leaving?
“It can be next week... or next year, or in 3 years!”
Do you have a message about Sesko’s transfer situation for all the fans asking?
Even if there may be - or will be - a strong desire of the player to move to a certain club, we will never force or blackmail RB Leipzig. I believe this is not the right way, because the way you actually exit from the club shows your values. Values that you are bringing into a new club.
I can understand in very big transfers, there are a lot of different interests but no matter what, I believe in football world should be more respect. So that’s why we do things in the right way or we don’t do them. It’s very simple, even maybe in the media it looks very complicated.
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All statistics according to Sofascore and Transfermarkt - correct as of 18-06-25.