Manchester United seem to be in a rush to complete the Benjamin Sesko deal as per the latest reports.
At one point, it was advantage Newcastle who jumped in and submitted two bids back-to-back. But ever since INEOS’ entry into the race, the tables have turned completely.
The 20-time English league champions submitted their opening offer of an initial €75 million plus another €10 million in add-ons.
In fact, the Red Devils’ bid fell €5 million short of the Magpies’ offer, with RB Leipzig leaving it up to the Slovenian to decide his own fate.
Sesko to United
The 22-year-old had agreed personal terms with both, but has chosen United in the end, with Eddie Howe’s side forced to admit defeat.
INEOS are not messing about, with TBR Football claiming they are trying to secure the former Red Bull Salzburg ace’s signature within this week.
The plan is to try and unveil him in front of an adoring Old Trafford prior to the final pre-season game against Fiorentina on Saturday, August 9.
“This deal is now accelerating – Sesko informed Newcastle and Leipzig officially on Tuesday that he would be joining Manchester United.
Unveiling plans
“Personal terms were never going to be an issue, and broad agreement is in place for those. United would love to get the deal over the line by Saturday to have him presented to the crowd against Fiorentina.
“Ruben Amorim, internally, is delighted to be getting his new number 9 – this team is now becoming an Amorim XI – from the inverted wings back, to the two CAMs to the number nine – this is now an Amorim team heading into the new season.”
Last season, the Slovenia international netted 21 goals in all competitions as well as six assists.
Fans will be delighted with the acquisition, but there is still work to be done regarding outgoings as well as in the midfield and goalkeeping department.
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Ayantan Chowdhury
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