Manchester United Strikes a £73.7 Million Contract with Benjamin Sesko for Recruitment
Manchester United Secures Signing of Slovenian Striker Benjamin Sesko
Manchester United has announced the signing of Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig in a deal reported to be worth around €85 million ($98.8 million), including performance-related add-ons. The transfer includes a sell-on clause for Leipzig and conditions such as a future friendly match between the two clubs [1][2].
Sesko, who prefers Manchester United over competing offers, notably from Newcastle United [1][2][4][5], joins a squad that is undergoing a significant rebuild offensively under coach Ruben Amorim. The club has already signed forwards Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo for a combined £130 million this summer [1][2].
The 22-year-old Sesko, known for his speed, strength, aerial ability, and finishing, has been compared to Erling Haaland. Last season, he scored 21 goals in 45 appearances across all competitions for Leipzig, making him one of the fastest strikers in the Bundesliga, reaching a top speed of 35.7km/h [6].
Sesko leads the scoring charts for under-23 players in Europe's top five leagues, with 39 goals in 87 matches for RB Leipzig. He is five goals ahead of Florian Wirtz, who joined Liverpool this summer for £100 million [7].
The agreement includes a guaranteed payment of £66.3 million, with the remaining sum structured as performance-related add-ons [8]. Sesko will undergo a medical and complete other formalities before finalising his transfer to Old Trafford.
Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford's £325,000-a-week wages are currently being covered in full by his loan spell at Barcelona [9]. United also received £5 million from Chelsea following the Blues' withdrawal from a deal to sign Jadon Sancho [10].
References:
- The Athletic
- ESPN
- BBC Sport
- The Guardian
- Sky Sports
- Transfermarkt
- Liverpool Echo
- Goal
- The Independent
- The Telegraph
Benjamin Sesko's transfer to Manchester United has cemented his position in the Premier League, marking a significant addition to the club's offensive lineup. With his prolific scoring record for RB Leipzig, Sesko joins a select group of promising young talents in European football. As Naija sports enthusiasts keep tabs on the transfer market, they can look forward to Sesko showing his pace, strength, and finishing skills on the Old Trafford pitch in the upcoming season.
