Manchester United Secures Forward Benjamin Sesko as New Signee
Manchester United has added a new attacking talent to its ranks, with the signing of Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig. The transfer fee is reported to be around £74 million, including performance-related add-ons.
Sesko, who is one of Europe's top young attacking talents, expressed his excitement about joining the Red Devils and the future of the team. He believes Manchester United is the perfect place to reach his maximum potential and fulfill his ambitions.
The 22-year-old Slovenian international, who had scored 21 goals and provided six assists in 45 appearances across all competitions for Leipzig last season, arrives at Old Trafford on a five-year contract until June 2030. The deal includes an initial payment of about £66.3 million, with the remainder in add-ons, which Leipzig considers achievable.
Key figures in Manchester United's sporting and recruitment departments, including director of football Jason Wilcox, director of recruitment Christopher Vivell, and chief negotiator Matt Hargreaves, were instrumental in securing the transfer. Sesko aims to contribute immediately under manager Ruben Amorim’s project to strengthen United's attack.
Notably, Sesko's preference to join Manchester United over Newcastle United, who made multiple bids, played a significant role in the club finalizing the deal on terms less than Newcastle's highest offer. As part of the arrangement, a friendly match between the two clubs will be organized.
This transfer places Manchester United's summer spending above £200 million, emphasizing Sesko’s role as a principal striker in the club’s attacking overhaul. Sesko's arrival completes an overhaul of Manchester United's attack that failed to perform well last season.
Sesko is Manchester United's third major signing in attack this transfer window, following Matheus Cunha's arrival for £62.5 million and Bryan Mbeumo's signing for £65 million with £6 million in add-ons.
The Slovenian international, who has scored 16 goals in 41 international appearances, is eager to connect with his Manchester United teammates to achieve success together. Sesko's statement indicates his commitment to helping Manchester United rebound and succeed, following a disappointing 2024-2025 campaign.
Manchester United has confirmed Sesko's signing, subject to registration. The article is copyrighted by AFP for the year 2025.
- Sesko, excited about joining Manchester United, believes the club offers him the perfect platform to reach his full potential and fulfill his ambitions.
- Sesko aims to immediately contribute to Manchester United's attack, particularly under the project led by manager Ruben Amorim.
- The signing of Sesko is a key part of Manchester United's summer spending and attack overhaul, totaling over £200 million, as they aim to rebound from a disappointing 2024-2025 season.
