Man Utd sign RB Leipzig striker Sesko for £74m

 

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig in a deal worth £73.7 million. The 22-year-old agreed to a five-year contract, with £66.3 million paid upfront and the rest in add-ons. Sesko becomes United’s third major attacking addition of the summer following the arrivals of Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo. The young forward was also pursued by Newcastle United but opted to join Ruben Amorim’s side. Sesko, who played for Leipzig since 2023 after arriving from Salzburg, scored 39 goals in 87 appearances for the German club. His 27 Bundesliga goals in just 64 games make him one of the most prolific young strikers in Europe. Standing at 6ft 5in, Sesko combines strength, pace, and aerial dominance, recording the highest aerial success rate among Bundesliga strikers last season. His top speed of 35.7 km/h and long-range scoring ability add another dimension to United’s attack

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Benjamin Sesko arrives at Manchester United with high expectations as one of the most promising under-23 strikers in world football. Last season, he proved to be not just a finisher but also a versatile attacker, contributing across the pitch and adapting his game to support teammates in wider and deeper positions. He outscored other young stars like Jude Bellingham and Florian Wirtz, cementing his reputation as a rising star. Manchester United director of football Jason Wilcox praised Sesko’s rare combination of electrifying pace and physical dominance, highlighting the club’s belief that he can thrive at Old Trafford. Manager Ruben Amorim will now work closely with him to refine his game and integrate him into a squad aiming to return to the top of European football. Sesko expressed his excitement about joining United, saying the club’s history and ambitious future convinced him to make the move. He praised the positive energy and family atmosphere at the club and vowed to give his best to help the team compete for major trophies. Fans are eager to see how his lethal finishing, aerial threat, and dynamic movement will transform United’s attacking options in the upcoming season.

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