Manchester United rival Newcastle with Sesko bid and believe he prefers Old Trafford

Written on Tuesday, 05 August 2025
Louise Taylor and Will Unwin

  • Both clubs submit offers that could rise to almost £75m

  • Alexander Isak scheduled for talks with Eddie Howe

Manchester United are battling with Newcastle to sign the RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko. Newcastle had appeared to be within touching distance of a deal for the 22-year-old but Manchester United made a rival bid on Tuesday and believe the player would prefer a move to Old Trafford.

Newcastle submitted a second offer for Sesko of £69.7m, which with add-ons could rise to almost £75m, after receiving encouragement that he was potentially open to a transfer to Tyneside. But cautious optimism at St James’ Park regarding an agreement was caveated by Manchester United’s interest.

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