Benjamin Sesko wants to join Newcastle United instead of Manchester United in the summer transfer window, with RB Leipzig demanding around €70-80 million to sell him.

According to a report by Slovenian outlet Delo, Benjamin Sesko is the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Red Devils are eager to reinforce their offensive unit by signing a striker in the summer transfer window. So, the 22-year-old RB Leipzig centre-forward has emerged as a target for the Premier League outfit.

However, the highly-rated striker would prefer to join Newcastle United instead of Manchester United in the summer transfer window. Meanwhile, RB Leipzig will demand around €70-80 million to part ways with Sesko, and the youngster will likely trade the Bundesliga for the Premier League in the coming weeks

Benjamin Sesko and his German journey

Benjamin Sesko has established himself as one of the best young strikers in the world since joining RB Leipzig from sister club Red Bull Salzburg in July 2023. The 22-year-old took some time to become a regular starter for the Bundesliga club, and he established a foothold in the second half of the 2023/24 season. However, Sesko has not looked back in the last 18 months, becoming a mainstay in the final third for Die Roten Bullen.

The Slovenian international enjoyed an excellent 2024/25 campaign, contributing to 27 goals in 45 appearances across all competitions by finding the back of the net 21 times and providing six assists. Meanwhile, Sesko’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs. Manchester United and Newcastle United are among the prospective suitors vying for his signature in the summer transfer window.

Premier League move on the horizon?

Manchester United’s interest in Benjamin Sesko makes sense. The Red Devils are combing the market for a striker this summer after Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee struggled to score enough goals in the 2024/25 season. So, Sesko has emerged as a viable target for Manchester United, and they view him as their priority striker target.

As for Newcastle United, the Magpies are scouring the market for a striker amid Alexander Isak’s long-term future. The Swedish striker wants to join Liverpool in the summer transfer window, compelling the Tyneside outfit to identify Sesko as a potential replacement. The latest update has boosted Newcastle United’s prospects, as the player is keen on joining the Tyneside outfit.

The update has dealt a blow to Manchester United after the Red Devils intensified their efforts to sign the RB Leipzig striker. Meanwhile, the Bundesliga outfit will demand around €70-80 million to part ways with the 22-year-old Slovenian international. It will be interesting to see if Newcastle United can capitalise on Sesko’s desire to seal a summer move.