Benjamin Sesko has signalled his desire to join Manchester United with Newcastle at risk of missing out on another major summer transfer target.

Manchester United are closing in on a deal to sign Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig. The Old Trafford side have been battling Newcastle United for the 22-year-old striker, with both teams submitting offers. Newcastle initially tabled €75million plus €5m in add-ons, before raising that on Monday to at least €80m.

Manchester United appear to have beaten Newcastle in the battle to sign RB Leipzig’s highly-rated striker Benjamin Sesko. The 22-year-old has decided to sign for the Red Devils, who submitted a £74 million offer this week.