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Revealed: Benjamin Sesko's final release clause price is set - but Man Utd & Arsenal only have until June to trigger cut-price transfer as RB Leipzig want it cancelled immediately

RB Leipzig are determined to retain Benjamin Sesko's services beyond the current season amid interest from Arsenal and Manchester United.

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  • Leipzig in talks to cancel Sesko's release clause
  • Arsenal and Man Utd remain interested
  • The current release clause is set at €65m (£55m)

  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Sky Sports journalist Philipp Hinze has reported that RB Leipzig finalised the release clause in star striker Sesko's contract at €65m (£55m) after an impressive debut season in Germany. He scored 14 goals in 31 Bundesliga clashes and provided two assists, which attracted interest from Premier League giants like Arsenal and Manchester United.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Hinze, however, has come up with the latest report on Sesko's contract, which stated that Leipzig are in talks with the player's representatives and there is a possibility that the club could remove the €65m (£55m) release clause from his current deal as they remain determined to keep him at the club beyond the current season.

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    The 20-year-old's agent Elvis Basanovic was spotted at Old Trafford last weekend as he watched United's penultimate Premier League clash against Arsenal, where the hosts went down 1-0.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR BENJAMIN SESKO?

    The Slovenia international will enjoy a well-earned break before returning to action for his national side at Euro 2024, where they play their first game against Denmark on June 16.