Former Manchester United and Arsenal defender Mikael Silvestre has told Rasmus Hojlund to fight for his place in the United starting lineup, despite the Red Devils being strongly linked with a move for Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig. United are determined to sign a new No.9 this summer and have now formally submitted their first bid for the Slovenian.
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.
Manchester United CEO Omar Berrada has insisted club officials are working hard to strengthen Ruben Amorim's squad this summer, amid strong links with a move for RB Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko. After a nightmare 2024-25 campaign, where United finished 15th in the Premier League, the club are now working behind the scenes to significantly improve the team.
Manchester United are pushing to hijack Newcastle’s move for Benjamin Sesko, with both English clubs locked in a high-stakes transfer battle. The RB Leipzig striker has reportedly told both sides that he is open to joining them, adding fresh intrigue to one of the summer’s most tightly-contested sagas that looks set to be drawn out into the start of the Premier League season.
Manchester United are reportedly ready to match Newcastle's €80 million (£69.8m) bid for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, with both Premier League clubs now awaiting the player’s decision. RB Leipzig rejected the Magpies’ initial offer due to its structure, while United are preparing their own proposal amid growing optimism a deal can be struck soon.
Rasmus Hojlund has made it clear to Manchester United officials that he has no intention of leaving Old Trafford for RB Leipzig, according to reports from talkSPORT. Despite interest from the Bundesliga club, the Danish striker has informed the Red Devils that a move to Germany is not on his agenda.
Manchester United have committed to £133.5 million worth of new signings but appear to be successfully navigating what had previously been thought to be PSR limitations.
Newcastle may have moved ahead in the race to sign Benjamin Sesko after lodging a bid worth £70 million (€80m), including add-ons, for the RB Leipzig striker who is also a target for Manchester United.