Benjamin Sesko transfer confusion as conflicting reports emerge
United enter the race
Earlier in the week it was reported that United had narrowed their striker search down to two names, Ollie Watkins and Benjamin Sesko.
Nonetheless, it was reported just three days ago that United had chosen to pursue a deal for Red Bull Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko.
As a result, United are now set to make a formal bid as they will try and thrash out a deal with the Bundesliga club.
According to numerous reports, whilst no final decision has been made, the Red Devils are confident that Sesko would choose them in a straight choice between themselves and transfer rivals Newcastle United.
Swap deal
The Red Devils have been quoted a price of €75 million plus add-ons as well as a sell-on percentage for any deal for Sesko according to the reliable David Ornstein.
This may be a tough ask for United but they may have a trump card in negotiations.
There have been reports that Leipzig are keen on Rasmus Hojlund as a replacement and may be inclined to agree to a swap deal.
Caught Offside (via Red Bull Leipzig news) reports that 'RB Leipzig is looking for a central attacker should Benjamin Sesko leave the club in the summer. One of the candidates is Rasmus Hojlund.'
Die Roten Bullen have held an interest in the Dane sinch March and they face competition from three other German clubs, Borussia Dortmund, Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayer Leverkusen.
Conflicting reports
Nonetheless, German publication Bild take a different stance, arguing that United will not be able to offer Hojlund or any other player in a deal for Sesko.
They report that 'Man United first wants to make room in the squad for Sesko, so a transfer could take some time. A swap deal isn't possible because RB Leipzig isn't interested in the players that the club is offering—as previously reported.'
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