BBC · Aug 9, 2025

Man Utd sign RB Leipzig striker Sesko for £74m

Image caption, Benjamin Sesko joined RB Leipzig from RB Salzburg in 2022Manchester United have completed the signing of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko in a deal worth £73.7m.

The five-year contract includes a guaranteed payment of £66.3m, with the remainder in add-ons.

The Slovenia international is United's third major signing in attack following the arrivals of Matheus Cunha for £62.5m and Bryan Mbeumo for £65m with £6m in add-ons.

Sesko, 22, was also a target for Newcastle United but has chosen to join manager Ruben Amorim's side.

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