Manchester United have been locked in talks for Benjamin Sesko for what feels like an age to fans.
The Slovenian striker has been the main focus, with United viewing him as an ideal option to provide depth and real competition for Rasmus Hojlund.
Just yesterday, Newcastle made a firm move of their own – submitting an official bid worth €70 million to RB Leipzig.
United quickly reacted to add further intrigue to the race, bidding €70m for Sesko.
That has turned the pursuit into a straight two-way race, with Sesko now set to decide in the coming days.
United fans will be hoping the club’s long-standing interest and project can help tip the scales in their favour.
Now, as per Fabrizio Romano on X, the Red Devils have officially sent their contract proposal to Sesko.
United’s belief earlier in the day that the player wants Old Trafford has only grown stronger tonight.
Romano reports that the club are confident Sesko’s priority is joining Manchester United over any other option.
Negotiations with RB Leipzig are still ongoing, but the ball is now firmly in the striker’s court.
Sesko would bolster a frontline that has heavily relied on Hojlund this past season, with Ruben Amorim and INEOS determined to add quality in key positions.
The Slovenian forward scored 21 goals last season for Leipzig and is seen as one of Europe’s top emerging No.9s.
If United manage to win this race, it would mark a major coup – finally succeeding as per Amorim’s wish.
🚨🧨 Understand Manchester United’s feeling from earlier today is even stronger tonight…
…the club believes Benjamin Šeško only wants to join Manchester United. ❗️
Man United forwarded official contract proposal to Šeško while also keep negotiating with RB Leipzig. pic.twitter.com/05vHpT9aNZ
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 5, 2025
