Man Utd makes decisive move, reaches agreement to buy Benjamin Sesko

(Dan Tri) - Man Utd agreed to spend up to 85 million euros (about 73.9 million pounds) to recruit Benjamin Sesko. The Red Devils have reached an agreement to recruit this player under a 5-year contract.

Recently, Man Utd and Newcastle have been fighting for the signature of striker Benjamin Sesko from Leipzig in a very breathless battle. The Red Devils proposed to pay 75 million euros upfront plus 10 million euros in additional fees.

Man Utd determined to recruit Sesko at all costs (Photo: Daily Mail).

Meanwhile, Newcastle proposed to pay 80 million euros with a maximum of 10 million euros depending on performance, bringing the total fee to 90 million euros (about 78.2 million pounds). However, it is still unclear whether the additional terms from the two clubs will be easily achieved or not.

Leipzig are considering both offers with similar prices. The final decision will likely depend on Sesko's personal opinion. The 22-year-old striker has not yet officially announced his choice. At this point, Leipzig have allowed Sesko to take a break to decide his future.

According to transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano, Sesko will agree to sign a 5-year contract with Man Utd, until June 2030.

Man Utd hope that scouting director Christopher Vivell will become the “secret weapon” to help them surpass Newcastle in this deal. Mr. Vivell has a close relationship with Sesko. Vivell was the one who brought the Slovenian striker to Leipzig. He discovered Sesko’s talent at the age of 16 when he was working at Salzburg.

Man Utd and Newcastle both have the advantage to recruit Sesko (Photo: Getty).

Sesko is said to have great confidence in Vivell, which could make him more inclined to choose Man Utd despite the fact that he could play in the Champions League with Newcastle.

Newcastle insist their pursuit of Sesko is not a replacement for Alexander Isak, who they recently rejected from selling to Liverpool for £110m. The St James' Park outfit said they would not negotiate unless they received a £150m offer for Isak, prompting Liverpool to pull out.

Man Utd are determined to buy Sesko with the desire to upgrade their attack. They have completed the recruitment of wingers Matheus Cunha (62.5 million pounds) and Bryan Mbeumo (71 million pounds). Now, coach Amorim is in dire need of a bright striker.

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