Manchester United have finalised a £73.3 million deal to sign striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig. The 22-year-old forward is set to sign a five-year contract, becoming the club’s fourth major acquisition of the summer. His arrival will raise United’s total spending this window to a potential £214 million.
Despite strong competition from Newcastle, who reportedly matched United’s offer, Sesko opted for a move to Old Trafford. The deal includes an initial payment of £66.3 million, with the remainder made up in performance-related add-ons. The Slovenian international is expected in Manchester shortly for his medical before completing the move.
Sesko is tipped to play a key role in a new-look front three alongside Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, both recent arrivals. Manager Ruben Amorim is aiming to overhaul an attack that managed just 44 league goals last season.
This move marks Sesko’s first venture outside the Red Bull football group. His journey began at Domzale in Slovenia before moving to RB Salzburg. A loan spell at Liefering, Salzburg’s feeder club, allowed him to develop quickly, scoring 22 goals in 44 appearances. After impressing at Salzburg, Sesko earned a promotion to RB Leipzig where he continued to grow, scoring 13 Bundesliga goals last season and adding six Champions League strikes to his tally across two campaigns.
Standing at 6ft 5in, Sesko combines aerial strength with pace and sharp finishing. Though still developing, his potential has convinced Amorim that he can be moulded into a top-tier striker. His arrival may signal the end of Rasmus Højlund’s time at the club, with United open to offers for the Danish forward. A loan or permanent move will depend on interested clubs covering his wages or paying a suitable fee.
United’s summer rebuild isn’t over yet, with a central midfielder still on the wishlist. However, further signings will hinge on player sales. The club is actively trying to move on several players, including Antony, Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, and Tyrell Malacia, to balance the books after a summer of heavy investment.
