Benjamin Sesko has completed his £74million move to Manchester United from RB Leipzig and has opened up on his decision to snub Premier League rivals Newcastle
11:32, 09 Aug 2025Updated 11:35, 09 Aug 2025
Benjamin Sesko signs for Manchester United
Benjamin Sesko has joined Manchester United on a five-year deal(Image: Manchester United)
New Manchester United signing Benjamin Sesko has revealed what drew him to the club following his £74million move from RB Leipzig. The forward had been heavily linked to Premier League rivals Newcastle United but ultimately chose to join Ruben Amorim's side.
Speaking to Manchester United's official website, Sesko shared: "The history of Manchester United is obviously very special but what really excites me is the future. When we discussed the project, it was clear that everything is in place for this team to continue to grow and compete for the biggest trophies again soon.
"From the moment that I arrived, I could feel the positive energy and family environment that the club has created. It is clearly the perfect place to reach my maximum level and fulfil all of my ambitions. I cannot wait to start learning from Ruben [Amorim] and connecting with my team-mates to achieve the success that we all know we are capable of together."
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - AUGUST 09: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE) Benjamin Sesko of Manchester United poses after signing for the club at Carrington Training Ground on August 09, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Manchester United/Manchester United via Getty Images)
Sesko has shared why he choose Manchester United(Image: Manchester United, Manchester United via Getty Images)
Amorim has yet to speak on Sesko since he joined Manchester United, but Manchester United's Director of Football beleives the coach will help their new signing to thrive.
Jason Wilcox, director of football, said: “Benjamin possesses a rare combination of electrifying pace and the ability to physically dominate defenders, making him one of the most exceptional young talents in world football.
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“We have followed Benjamin’s career closely; all of our data analysis and research concluded that he has the required qualities and personality to thrive at Manchester United.
"Working under the guidance of Ruben and our excellent performance team, Benjamin is joining the perfect environment to support him to reach his world-class potential.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - AUGUST 03: Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha of Manchester United celebrate winning the Summer Series league after the Premier League Summer Series match between Manchester United and Everton FC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 03, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox - Premier League/Getty Images)
Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha have already strengthened Man Utd(Image: Kevin C. Cox - Premier League, Getty Images)
“The desire that all of our new signings have shown to join the club this summer highlights the appeal and stature of Manchester United, as we continue to build and develop a team capable of challenging for the biggest honours."
The confirmation of Sesko means he is the third forward to join the club after Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo.
However, Newcastle United's loss of the target and wantaway striker Isak, leave the Magpies scrambling for a potential replacement.
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So far the club have been linked with Fulham's Rodrigo Muniz and just yesterday, Porto's Samu Aghehowa, among other big names.