Manchester United officially announced the signing of 22-year-old Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig on August 9, 2025, securing him on a five-year contract until June 2030. The transfer, reported by The Athletic and Sky Sports, is valued at €90 million (£78.3 million), including €80 million upfront and €10 million in performance-based add-ons, outbidding Newcastle United’s €90 million offer. Sesko’s decision was influenced by United’s storied history and the club’s vision under manager Ruben Amorim, despite Newcastle’s higher financial package.
Sesko, who scored 21 goals and provided six assists in 45 appearances for Leipzig in the 2024/25 season, led all players under 23 in Europe’s top five leagues in goals. He expressed his excitement on United’s website, stating, “The history of Manchester United is obviously very special, but what really excites me is the future. When we discussed the project, it was clear that everything is in place for this team to compete for the biggest trophies again soon… I cannot wait to start learning from Ruben and connecting with my teammates to achieve the success we all know we are capable of together.”
United’s director of recruitment, Christopher Vivell, played a pivotal role in securing the deal, leveraging his prior relationship with Sesko from signing him to Red Bull Salzburg and Leipzig. The transfer, funded partly by sell-on clauses from Mason Mount and Aaron Wan-Bissaka, aligns with Amorim’s strategy to bolster the attack alongside signings like Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo. Sesko could debut in United’s pre-season friendly against Anderlecht on August 10, 2025. Posts on X, such as from @UTDReport, show fans optimistic about Sesko’s potential to restore United’s attacking prowess, with some calling him “the missing piece” for a title challenge.
Source: African Publicity