Manchester United’s summer window is heating up fast, with major moves in attack now the centre of attention at Carrington.
Ruben Amorim is wasting no time reshaping the squad to suit his aggressive tactical style, and a top-class number nine remains his biggest priority.
After weeks of speculation, the club have now entered a decisive phase in their pursuit of a new frontman — and it’s having a ripple effect across the striker department.
United have edged ahead in the race for RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, despite strong interest from Newcastle United.
The Slovenian international is now on the verge of a blockbuster move to Old Trafford.
The Red Devils have officially submitted a second bid worth €80 million (fixed fee plus add-ons.
While Newcastle are believed to have made a more financially attractive offer to Leipzig, the key detail is that Benjamin Sesko prefers a move to Manchester United.
That personal preference is proving decisive, and negotiations have ramped up in the past 48 hours.
Amid the talks, RB Leipzig have confirmed that Sesko is now training individually, further fuelling speculation that a deal is imminent.
In an official update, the club stated, via the website: “Benjamin Sesko and Lukas Klostermann are also working individually,” confirming the 22-year-old is being kept separate from the main group while discussions continue.
Sesko’s looming arrival has cast a long shadow over Rasmus Hojlund’s future at United.
The Danish forward, who was signed for £72m just two summers ago, now faces growing uncertainty about his role under Amorim.
Despite publicly declaring his intention to stay and fight for his spot, insiders believe the club are open to offloading Hojlund at a loss to remain within Profit and Sustainability Rule (PSR) limits.
The next few days could see a major shift in United’s attack — and the first domino is already falling.
