Manchester United's Benjamin Sesko set for announcement at Old Trafford, detailed information on the forthcoming striker's unveiling event
Manchester United Secures Benjamin Sesko Ahead of 2025/26 Season
Manchester United is set to welcome a new talent to Old Trafford, as Slovenian international Benjamin Sesko is expected to be announced as a new player this weekend. The 22-year-old striker, currently a top scorer under 23 in Europe’s top five leagues, will join United on a five-year contract running until June 2030, with the deal potentially worth up to €85 million.
Sesko's arrival at Manchester United comes after notable attempts by other clubs, including Newcastle United, who tried to negotiate directly with RB Leipzig, Sesko's former club. However, once Sesko committed to United, negotiations between the clubs proceeded smoothly. Despite Newcastle being prepared to outbid Manchester United, Sesko's preference for the Red Devils was decisive.
Over 60,000 tickets have already been sold for the upcoming match at Manchester United, and with the impending announcement of Sesko's arrival, ticket sales could exceed 65,000. The kick-off for the match at the Theatre of Dreams is at 12:45. Sesko's first appearance with Manchester United may be in their final pre-season friendly against Fiorentina.
Ruben Amorim, Manchester United's manager, has stated that the immediate aim for him and his side is to get back into Europe in the 2025/26 season. Cup competitions may hold the key to success for United in the upcoming season, as they often use pre-season games to introduce new signings, such as Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha, and Diego Leon, who have already been signed during the current transfer window.
Sesko's goal-scoring prowess and promising attributes such as pace and physicality have made him a highly sought-after player. He scored 21 times for RB Leipzig last season, attracting interest from not only Newcastle United but also Arsenal. However, Sesko chose Manchester United, marking a significant investment for the club reflecting his potential and recent goal-scoring record.
With Sesko's arrival, Manchester United fans are filled with high expectations for the young striker to perform well in the Premier League, given United's poor performance last season. David De Gea's return to Old Trafford is another topic of conversation, but Sesko may receive more attention as he visits Carrington today to complete his medical and media duties, ahead of his formal announcement tomorrow (Saturday).
The new signing, Benjamin Sesko, is expected to bolster Manchester United's attack, given his impressive goal-scoring record in European-leagues, particularly the premier-league where he ranked as a top scorer under 23. With his arrival at Old Trafford, fans anticipate his contribution to improve Manchester United's performance in the upcoming premier-league season.
