Summary
Manchester United is set to sign Benjamin Sesko, a striker from RB Leipzig, for up to 85 million euros ($99 million). The deal involves an initial payment of 76.5 million euros ($89 million) and additional potential add-ons. This signing is part of a larger effort by the team to improve their offensive lineup after a poor season in the English Premier League.
Key Facts
- Manchester United will pay up to 85 million euros ($99 million) for Sesko.
- The initial fee for the 22-year-old is 76.5 million euros ($89 million), with further add-ons possible.
- Newcastle United was also interested in signing Benjamin Sesko.
- United scored only 44 goals in 38 games last season and finished 15th in the Premier League.
- Sesko impressed in Germany, scoring 39 goals in 87 appearances for Leipzig.
- Standing 1.95 meters tall, Sesko is compared to Erling Haaland due to his scoring ability and height.
- Manchester United aims to improve their offense by also signing Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo.
- The club spent over 200 million pounds ($268.6 million) on forwards recently.
