RB Leipzig news

Xavi Simons has rejected Bayern Munich and Manchester City's interest as the Dutch midfielder only has his eyes on a move to Chelsea this summer. Bayern considered Simons as a perfect replacement for Kingsley Coman, who has joined Al-Nassr, while Manchester City are looking for attacking cover in case Savinho joins Tottenham. The Netherlands international, however, has informed RB Leipzig that he only wants to join Chelsea..

Bayern Munich look set to miss out on signing Xavi Simons after the RB Leipzig star reiterated his desire to join Chelsea this summer.

The agent of Benjamin Sesko claims he made a huge contribution to help force through the striker's big-money move to Manchester United.

Christopher Nkunku has been linked with a surprise return to RB Leipzig as Chelsea continue their push to sign Xavi Simons. The French forward is among several players the Blues have put on the table during negotiations with the Bundesliga side. However, the proposed move is far from straightforward as talks continue between the Premier League and Bundesliga side.

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of RB Leizpig striker Benjamin Sesko for a reported fee of £74 million.

The Red Devils have beaten Newcastle to the signing of the RB Leipzig hitman, who models himself on Erling Haaland and Zlatan Ibrahimovic

Manchester United have won the race to sign highly-rated RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, reportedly reaching an 'agreement in principle' for a deal worth €85 million (£73.7m/$100m). The Slovenia international had been pursued by Newcastle United, but ultimately chose Old Trafford as his preferred destination, with medical tests now expected to follow soon.

RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko has chosen Manchester United over Newcastle and talks are now advancing with the Red Devils.

Ruben Amorim's side have made their move as they bid to beat Newcastle to the RB Leipzig striker and bring him to Old Trafford this summer.

Manchester United are reportedly plotting a "last-minute gamble" on an alternative option in case their pursuit of Benjamin Sesko fails. While the Slovenian remains the preferred choice, United are said to be exploring contingency options as the clock ticks down on their summer business. The Red Devils are determined to bring in a new No.9 to complete Ruben Amorim's attack for the new season.

Rasmus Hojlund has declared his intention to stay at Manchester United and fight for his place amid reports that the club are trying to sign RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko. The Danish striker has insisted that he is ready to face competition and prove his worth, following a strong showing in pre-season against Bournemouth.

Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann believes joining Bayern Munich may have been the wrong move, admitting it came too early in his managerial career.

The Blues are facing having to find a way to shoehorn another supremely talented young forward into a frontline that is almost at full capacity