Manchester United take risk on Benjamin Sesko as Newcastle United hope to seal deal

Newcastle United are pressing ahead in their attempts to sign Benjamin Sesko, but Manchester United remain in the running.

Indeed, Newcastle made a club-record offer for Sesko, who is viewed as a potential alternative for Alexander Isak as he pushes for a move to Liverpool.

RB Leipzig haven’t accepted Newcastle’s offer, but they may not have rejected it completely. Reports suggest that their issue with the bid is likely down to the structure of the payments.

Still, Manchester United also want to sign Sesko. While the Red Devils are coming off their worst season in 30 years, they have already beaten Newcastle to the signings of Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha amid heavy links with a move to St James’ Park.

Though Newcastle are hopeful about signing Sesko, the saga continues.