Newcastle Make Improved Benjamin Sesko Transfer Bid That Shakes Man Utd as Isak Eyes Liverpool Move

Newcastle United has made a big move in the transfer market. The club has now submitted a €90 million bid for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko. This major offer includes €80 million guaranteed and an extra €10 million in add-ons. 

This new bid puts Newcastle ahead in the race to sign the 22-year-old Slovenian forward. The club is determined to land him before the new Premier League season begins. 

Newcastle’s bold move is a sign of how serious they are about replacing Alexander Isak, who is being strongly linked with a transfer to Liverpool. Isak has not featured in the club’s pre-season matches and was seen training with his old club, Real Sociedad. 

Sources suggest Isak is pushing for a move to Anfield, and Liverpool already made an offer worth £110 million, which Newcastle rejected. The Magpies have placed a £150 million value on the Swedish striker and are not willing to sell unless their price is met. 

However, Newcastle also wants to make sure they have a top-quality replacement lined up before letting Isak go. That’s why their focus is now on Benjamin Sesko. 

Sesko is one of Europe’s most promising young strikers. Since joining RB Leipzig from RB Salzburg in 2023, he has scored 39 goals and provided 8 assists in just 87 appearances. 

With the new €90 million offer, Newcastle has become the leading club in the race to sign Sesko. According to reports, the player has already told his Leipzig teammates that he is preparing to leave the club this summer. 

Positive talks have taken place between Sesko’s camp, RB Leipzig, and Newcastle’s co-owner Jamie Reuben. Leipzig has made it clear they will only sell if their price is met, and Newcastle’s offer may now be enough. 

Meanwhile, Manchester United are still interested in Sesko. However, they have not made a formal bid yet. Reports suggest that United are not ready to match Newcastle’s offer, at least for now. 

This delay could cost United the chance to sign the striker, especially with the new season so close. Fans are already frustrated by the club’s slow transfer activity. Captain Bruno Fernandes recently criticized his teammates and the club’s approach to the transfer window. 

Sesko has a contract with RB Leipzig until 2029, but there is said to be a gentleman’s agreement allowing him to leave for the right price. Newcastle’s offer appears to meet those conditions. 

If the deal goes through, it will be one of the biggest signings of the summer and a major statement from Newcastle. It shows that the club is serious about competing at the top level of English and European football. 

Manager Eddie Howe is building a squad that can fight for titles. Adding Sesko to the attack would give Newcastle a young, powerful striker who is already showing great potential. 

At the same time, losing Isak would be a major blow. But if Newcastle can secure Sesko, they may not miss a beat. The club is making smart moves to stay competitive even as key players consider leaving. 

The transfer drama is heating up fast. With Sesko possibly on the move and Isak looking toward Liverpool, Newcastle is at the center of two major transfer stories. 

For now, Newcastle leads the race. Manchester United must act fast if they want to change that. Otherwise, Sesko could soon be wearing black and white at St. James’ Park.