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Manchester United lost his prey. RB Salzburg young striker Benjamin Sesko confirmed to be joining RB Leipzig next season.
The Slovenian striker captivated Manchester United after impressing last season. Sesko scored 10 goals plus seven assists in 36 games in all competitions, despite only starting 15 times. Considering that he is only 19 years old, Sesko has the potential to become a top player in the future.
Manchester United director John Murtough has reportedly held talks with Salzburg for a transfer Sesko. However, the Red Devils objected to Sesko’s price tag of 50 million pounds sterling, which was considered expensive.
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Besides Manchester United, Benjamin Sesko is also reportedly being targeted by Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain. However, it was RB Leipzig who managed to get his signature.
Sesko agreed to a five-year contract with RB Leipzig, but will only join in the summer of 2023. “RB Leipzig is one of the best clubs in Germany and is building to become one of the best in Europe from year to year,” he was quoted as saying. Stats Perform.
“A success story has been written here over the years, and I want to be a part of it in the future. My focus now is this season with Salzburg, I want to use it to continue to grow and be as successful as possible,” said Sesko.
Manchester United began to spend time adding ammunition in attack, following the inconsistent performances of Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford and speculation about the future Cristiano Ronaldo. United are currently hunting for veteran Bologna striker Marko Arnautovic.
(rin/krs)
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