US EditionManchester United Bold Transfer Stance Could Complicate Benjamin Sesko Deal
GREATER MANCHESTER, ENGLAND, JUL 31 – Manchester United favour RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko, who scored 21 goals last season, over Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins due to cost and potential value, sources say.
- Manchester United engaged RB Leipzig and Benjamin Sesko's camp last week to negotiate a transfer deal in July 2025.
- The discussions follow United's search for a striker after missing out on targets like Liam Delap and Viktor Gyokeres, intensifying interest in Sesko this summer.
- United proposed including a player, possibly Rasmus Hojlund, who declared his intent to fight for his place, as part of the deal to Leipzig.
- United also bid £40m for Sporting midfielder Morten Hjulmand, who could reunite with his former manager Ruben Amorim, while Aston Villa rejected an informal inquiry for Ollie Watkins at around £60m.
- These negotiations suggest United aims to manage squad overhaul challenges with player exchanges and strategic signings as they adapt under new leadership and financial pressures.
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