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Aasif Rahman

Thu 31 July 2025 14:42, UK

Manchester United fans have urged the club to push for the signing of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko following a fresh update from David Ornstein.

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Man United are continuing their attacking rebuild under Ruben Amorim, with the search still on for a natural number nine to lead the line.

While Man United have already brought in Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo this summer, the focus now appears to have shifted towards securing a recognised centre-forward, which is something Sesko would bring in abundance.

Newcastle have also shown interest in Sesko amid uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak’s future.

However, they could once again miss out on a target, with United now seemingly stepping up their pursuit.

Following Ornstein’s latest update on Sesko’s situation, Man United fans have taken to social media to call on the club to act decisively and bring in the 21-year-old.

Benjamin Sesko’s stats in the 2024/25 season.

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The Athletic’s David Ornstein has revealed that RB Leipzig have set their asking price for Sesko at €75 million (£64 million), excluding any potential add-ons.

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He also reported that United are now “prioritising” a move for the striker and have already made “informal contact” with the Bundesliga club regarding a potential deal.

This comes after earlier reports suggested Sesko would favour a move to Man United over Newcastle, in what would be another major blow for the Magpies’ striker search.

Football Insider previously reported this month that Man United were eyeing Sesko as a potential long-term option to lead the line, and with a price now set, discussions are likely to have progressed positively.

Sesko is set to leave Leipzig this summer.

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Following disappointing campaigns from Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund, Amorim is planning a complete reshuffle in the final third, with United finishing last season with the fifth-worst attacking record in the Premier League.

The Red Devils had previously explored moves for Liam Delap and Ollie Watkins, but their focus now appears firmly set on Sesko.

Supporters have reacted with excitement following Ornstein’s update, with one fan writing: “Get that deal done now”, while another added: “United should do everything and anything to bring him in.”

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