Manchester United Pushing For Sesko As Hojlund Could Become Key To RB Leipzig Deal: Report
Manchester United may secure RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko if they include Rasmus Hojlund in the deal. Despite Newcastle's Champions League offer, Sesko reportedly prefers United.
Manchester United may be inching toward a potentially fortunate transfer breakthrough this summer.
According to recent reports, RB Leipzig could consider parting ways with highly rated striker Benjamin Sesko — if United include Rasmus Hojlund in the deal.
Struggling with a lack of goals, United find themselves in a familiar position for the third consecutive summer.
Ruben Amorim is reportedly eager to bolster the attack, and Benjamin Sesko has emerged as the club's top target, according to David Ornstein.
The 21-year-old Slovenian striker has also indicated a preference for Manchester United over Newcastle United, despite both Premier League clubs expressing serious interest.
While Newcastle can offer Champions League football next season—something United cannot under Amorim—Sesko still appears to favour a move to Old Trafford, according to German journalist Guido Schäfer.
Despite this preference, no formal negotiations have yet taken place between RB Leipzig and any potential suitors.
However, reports now suggest that a striker-for-striker swap could pave the way for a deal. RB Leipzig are reportedly open to selling Sesko if United include Rasmus Hojlund in the transaction, along with additional cash.
Hojlund has endured a tough time in England. After scoring 10 goals in 30 Premier League matches during his debut campaign, the 22-year-old managed just four league goals in the 2024–25 season, along with six more in the Europa League.
Still, his age and potential continue to make him a valuable asset, and Leipzig may view him as a worthwhile long-term investment.
RB Leipzig aren't the only club with their eyes on Hojlund. According to Italian outlet Calciomercato, AS Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini is considering a reunion with the Danish striker, even after securing Evan Ferguson on loan from Brighton.
Roma view Hojlund as a possible successor to Artem Dovbyk, who is attracting attention from Besiktas following Tammy Abraham's departure from the Italian capital.
Gasperini and Hojlund previously worked together at Atalanta, where the striker scored 10 goals in 34 appearances during their single season together — form that convinced Manchester United to make their move.
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