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Ciaran Morrison

Tue 5 August 2025 11:28, UK

Manchester United have been told they’re leading the race to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko as they battle with Newcastle for his services.

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22-year-old Sesko has been the subject of speculation all summer, with Arsenal originally exploring a move before they signed Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres.

Man United have acquired Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo, but boss Ruben Amorim still wants a striker with Rasmus Hojlund set to depart and Joshua Zirkzee yet to prove a success at Old Trafford.

Meanwhile, Newcastle are expected to lose star Alexander Isak, with the Swedish striker a target for Premier League champions Liverpool.

Sesko has spent two seasons at RB Leipzig.

Newcastle have lined up Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins in case a deal for Sesko cannot be reached.

Eddie Howe is facing the prospect of a terrible transfer window.

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Football Insider Verdict

The Sesko saga looks set to rumble on into the final weeks of the transfer window as neither Man United or Newcastle have yet been able to strike a deal.

Any deal for Sesko may only be reached once Newcastle have sold Isak, another transfer saga that continues to drag on.
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