The 2025/26 Premier League season is just days away, but the action off the pitch has been just as intense as the anticipation building around Old Trafford.
Manchester United have already added key names like Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, while Benjamin Sesko has long been at the centre of attention.
Ruben Amorim’s squad continues to take shape, with supporters hoping the Red Devils’ aggressive transfer approach will lead to a long-awaited resurgence.
Despite concerns around Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), United have found innovative ways to remain competitive in the market, often pulling off deals others deemed financially out of reach.
The latest development will be music to fans’ ears.
The Slovenian forward has chosen United over Newcastle United, despite the Magpies offering a more lucrative salary and UEFA Champions League football.
To make his dream move to Old Trafford a reality, Benjamin Sesko has reportedly waived a portion of his potential earnings and agreed to personal terms on significantly lower wages than he would have received elsewhere, as per Florian Plettenberg via X.
Even more impressively, his agency, led by Elvis Basanovic, sacrificed a significant portion of their commission to help finalise the deal.
This unusual gesture from both player and representatives highlights how determined Sesko is to wear the famous red shirt.
With medical tests and a contract signing scheduled to take place within the next 72 hours, sources close to the club believe it’s a done deal.
Sesko’s contract will run until 2030, giving Amorim a long-term focal point to build his attack around.
It’s not often that a modern footballer forgoes millions to prioritise ambition over wealth.
Sesko has done just that — and Old Trafford is ready to welcome him with open arms.
🚨🔴 Excl. detail | To make the deal with Manchester United possible, Benjamin #Sesko has agreed to waive part of his salary — he could have earned more at Newcastle.
His agency, led by Elvis Basanovic, has also given up a significant share of the commission. This was necessary… pic.twitter.com/rCXWh8QZ48
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) August 7, 2025
