Man Utd bid £74m for Sesko amid Newcastle competition

Manchester United have made a formal offer to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko. The deal is worth up to £73.8 million (€85 million), including a guaranteed payment of £65.2 million (€75 million). The club believes the valuation is fair and that Sesko is open to joining Old Trafford.

Newcastle also in the race

Newcastle United have submitted a competing bid of around £69.5 million (€80 million), but it has not yet been accepted. Both clubs are waiting for a response from Leipzig, who are expected to weigh the offers carefully. Reports suggest Sesko is leaning toward Manchester United, which could give them the edge.

United ready to offload Hojlund

To make room for Sesko, Manchester United are reportedly willing to let Rasmus Hojlund leave. The 22-year-old Slovenian forward has scored 39 goals in 87 appearances for Leipzig and stands at 6ft 5in, offering a strong physical presence up front.

Financial strategy behind the scenes

Despite concerns raised earlier this year by Sir Jim Ratcliffe about United’s financial stability, the club has structured recent deals smartly. Payment plans for Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, totaling £130 million, have been arranged favorably. Rashford’s wages are fully covered by his loan to Barcelona, and United have received additional funds from Chelsea and sell-on clauses involving Elanga, Carreras, and Oyedele