{"id":6144,"date":"2025-08-07T19:56:10","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T17:56:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/?p=6144"},"modified":"2025-08-07T19:56:13","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T17:56:13","slug":"sesko-draws-nearer-to-manchester-united-clubs-confidence-grows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/sesko-draws-nearer-to-manchester-united-clubs-confidence-grows\/","title":{"rendered":"\u0160e\u0161ko Draws Nearer to Manchester United: Club\u2019s Confidence Grows"},"content":{"rendered":"

Manchester United’s interest in Benjamin \u0160e\u0161ko is rapidly intensifying. Confidence within the club is reportedly growing, with sources at Softfootball noting an increasing belief that the 21-year-old striker prefers to join Manchester United.<\/p>\n

This shift in sentiment follows United’s formal bid of \u20ac75 million, plus an additional \u20ac10 million in add-ons, submitted to RB Leipzig. The club has also made a direct contract proposal to the player, making significant efforts to secure one of Europe’s most promising young forwards, and the signs are looking positive.<\/p>\n

\"Benjamin<\/p>\n

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano recently confirmed the latest updates via his official X account<\/a>:<\/p>\n

\u201cUnderstand Manchester United\u2019s feeling from earlier today is even stronger tonight\u2026 the club believes Benjamin \u0160e\u0161ko only wants to join Manchester United. Man United has submitted an official contract proposal to \u0160e\u0161ko while continuing negotiations with RB Leipzig.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

German journalist Florian Plettenberg echoed this sentiment, suggesting that \u0160e\u0161ko has consistently favored a move to Old Trafford.<\/p>\n

He tweeted from his official X account<\/a>:<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is and has always been a feeling that Benjamin \u0160e\u0161ko would choose MUFC over all other current options! Nothing has changed in recent days. Manchester United\u2019s offer was crucial. If RB Leipzig and Man Utd reach an agreement, it is very likely that #Sesko will join #MUFC.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

While Newcastle United has made a higher overall bid<\/a>, reportedly around \u20ac90 million, sources close to the player suggest that Manchester United remains his preferred option. A so-called gentleman\u2019s agreement between \u0160e\u0161ko and RB Leipzig may have given United a psychological edge, even if no formal contract exists.<\/p>\n

\u0160e\u0161ko has been training separately from Leipzig\u2019s first team and is believed to have informed teammates about his likely departure, further strengthening the belief that a transfer is on the horizon.<\/p>\n

Softfootball reports that United’s offer received internal approval after discussions at Carrington confirmed that \u0160e\u0161ko is indeed interested in joining Ruben Amorim\u2019s project. United envisions him as a long-term solution up front, especially in light of Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus H\u00f8jlund’s inconsistent performances last season.<\/p>\n

\"Benjamin<\/p>\n

However, Leipzig is standing firm. There is no discount on any release clause, and they are not interested in a player-swap deal. They are open to selling this summer, but only on their terms.<\/p>\n

A decision is anticipated shortly, with all parties keen to resolve matters before the Bundesliga and Premier League seasons commence.<\/p>\n

Ultimately, \u0160e\u0161ko’s decision may hinge on sporting vision, and Manchester United seems to be resonating well in that area. Although Newcastle’s project under Eddie Howe remains a competitor, the current momentum appears to favor a move to Old Trafford.<\/p>\n

If the transfer is finalized, United would welcome a dynamic, intelligent, and physically imposing forward, regarded as a generational talent.<\/p>\n

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