Manchester United have their eyes on RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko ahead of the summer transfer window.
Man Utd Target Benjamin Sesko as Striker Hunt Heats Up
🚨Manchester United are interested in signing Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig!
Manchester United director Christopher Vivell watched Sesko in action last month, and he knows the player well, having signed him for RB Salzburg when he was 16 years old. #MUFC [@BILD] pic.twitter.com/o19UA19VgK
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Man Utd has become firmly committed to bringing in a new forward this June transfer window. And Benjamin Sesko is one of their top targets. The 21-year-old Slovenian had a great season at RB Leipzig in Bundesliga this year, compiled 21 goals across all competitions. Utd is looking to add better options for attacking depth in their squad. Their other options like Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have been inconsistent throughout the campaign.
Meanwhile, Sesko possesses the pace, flair and one-on-one ability to take on defenders. **The Red Devils**‘ club director Christopher Vivell played a key role in bringing Sesko to RB Salzburg years ago. As per BILD, he was spotted watching the forward in action last month. Vivell’s connection to the player could play a big part. He can convince him to make the move to Old Trafford this summer.
Arsenal Join Race as Leipzig Set €70m Price Tag
Manchester Utd aren’t alone in chasing to get Sesko’s signature. Their Premier League rivals Arsenal are also in the mix, with the Gunners desperate for a pure goal-getter for the next season. Their struggle to find the net consistently hurt their title chances this season. And now they see Sesko as someone who could lead the line.
The young forward has shown great promise in Germany and is being seen as a long-term investment. Leipzig reportedly want €70 million for the talented attacker. That is a fee both United and Arsenal could match if they’re convinced of his potential.
With both clubs in need of a lethal finisher, the battle for Sesko is heating up fast. However, the final decision may come down to which project the striker believes in more.
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