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Treble winner wishes Amorim got his way in signing Premier League frontman instead of Sesko – INEOS blocked the move

Before Manchester United completed the signing of Benjamin Sesko in a £73.7 million deal last month, they were heavily linked with Ollie Watkins. At the time the club were mulling over which striker to add to Ruben Amorim’s ranks for 2025/2026, it was claimed their shortlist had been narrowed down to two options: Sesko and Watkins.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / September 8

Manchester United blasted for signing Benjamin Sesko over this ‘experienced’ PL star

Manchester United were in the market for a new striker during the 2025 summer transfer window. For a long time, Viktor Gyökeres appeared to be their top target, with new manager Ruben Amorim keen to reunite with his former Sporting CP forward.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / September 4

Benjamin Sesko makes honest admission after Manchester United move

Benjamin Sesko joined Manchester United with a reputation for being an elite prospect.

Andre Onana could be offered an exit from Manchester United

Bruno Fernandes slammed as 'childish' and unworthy of Manchester United captaincy

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Soccer News / Extratime Talk / August 30

Hugo Ekitike at Liverpool vs Benjamin Sesko at Manchester United

Amid their contrasting fortunes, Hugo Ekitike at Liverpool vs Benjamin Sesko at Manchester United shows how differently the two Bundesliga strikers have started life in the Premier League.

Soccer News / HITC / August 29

How the Slovenian press reacted to Benjamin Sesko’s first start at Man United

Benjamin Sesko’s first start for Manchester United came in the Carabao Cup, as he continues to work his way into regular action at the club. He had been used off the bench in United’s opening two Premier League matches, before being given a chance to start in the cup against Ipswich Town.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 29

Arsenal fans now believe they signed the best striker in the summer

Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres were the two strikers Arsenal had placed at the top of their shortlist in the summer transfer window, with the Gunners engaging in negotiations for both forwards.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 27

Internacional reject Al-Nassr’s offer for Manchester United target, set €20m valuation

It is perhaps no surprise that Manchester United have made a slow start to the 2025/26 season. Their opening fixture at home against Arsenal was always going to be difficult, considering both teams’ trajectory in recent years.

Manchester United closes in on Old Trafford exit; agreement reached

Scoring goals was a massive problem for Manchester United last season, and netting just 44 times in 38 Premier League games could not have made it clearer for the INEOS to address heading into the summer transfer window.

Napoli advancing in talks to sign out-of-favour Manchester United attacker

Manchester United’s last season was not like a dream but a scary experience. The team finished 15th in the Premier League, lost to Tottenham in the Europa League final and were eliminated from European tournaments this season.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 21

Manchester United keen for Tottenham Hotspur to enter the race for out-of-favour star

Manchester United started the new season with high hopes, but a 1-0 loss in the very first match against Arsenal spoiled the atmosphere. The team showed enthusiasm in the first few minutes, but Altay Bayindir’s mistake broke the whole balance, and Riccardo Calafiori scored a goal with a header.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 19

Fabrizio Romano: Manchester United will need to splash the cash to land Serie A star after missing out on Baleba

Manchester United’s new season began with high expectations, but the start was disappointing. In the match against Arsenal, United had caught a good rhythm in the initial moments.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 18

'Bad apples'- Manchester United urged to part ways with troublemakers this summer

As Manchester United fans, it’s sad to think that the 2024/25 season was a nightmare for us. United finished 15th in the Premier League, the worst performance in the club’s history.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 18

Manchester United ready to bring back fan favourite to replace misfiring first XI ace

Last season, Manchester United had a pretty disappointing season. Finishing 15th in the Premier League and losing to Tottenham in the Europa League final was a painful one for any fan.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 17

29-year-old PL attacker backed to join Manchester United this summer

Last season was nothing less than a nightmare for Manchester United. The team finished 15th in the Premier League, lost to Tottenham in the Europa League final and were eliminated from European competitions.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 15

Sesko’s agent explains why Arsenal talks broke down

Benjamin Sesko was considered Arsenal’s preferred striker target in the summer as the Gunners spoke to him and Viktor Gyokeres. In the summer of 2024, Arsenal had hoped to add him to their squad and were keen for the move to happen, but he chose to remain at RB Leipzig for one more season.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / August 8

Manchester United set to outmuscle rivals for star forward

Long viewed as one of Europe’s most exciting young forwards, he offers a blend of pace, aerial power and finishing ability that is believed to fit Ruben Amorim’s attacking blueprint.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / August 7

Latest: Chelsea 'open initial talks' over winger but are hoping Sesko deal done soon

Chelsea are really rattling through their summer business now. With a lot of their buying done early, they’ve been focusing on the players they need to sell or loan, and have made good progress on that front.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / August 7

Bundesliga expert confirms what Leipzig are now thinking about Benjamin Sesko after accepting lucrative Newcastle proposal

Representatives from both Manchester United and Newcastle United are in Germany today to try and finalise a deal for Benjamin Sesko. This comes after RB Leipzig, according to David Ornstein, accepted the Magpies’ improved bid for the player, which is thought to be in the region of £78.3 million.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 6

Manchester United eyeing Liga Portugal star should deal for Sesko fall through

As Manchester United continue to press forward in the transfer market, reports now suggest the club has identified Vangelis Pavlidis as a potential reinforcement to the forward line, especially if the Benjamin Sesko deal fails to materialise.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / August 6

Manchester United aims to deal fresh blow to Newcastle in striker chase

A highly rated Slovenian striker has emerged as one of Europe’s hottest prospects, sparking a fierce bidding war between the two Premier League clubs.

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Manchester United News / Stretty News / August 6

Sky Sports: When Man Utd could officially close Sesko deal after Romano confirms ‘total verbal agreement’

Manchester United are ready to sign off on a five-year deal for Benjamin Sesko as soon as terms are agreed with RB Leipzig. The Red Devils, who submitted

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 5

Manchester United eye 25 G/A alternative as Benjamin Sesko talks drag on

Manchester United’s search for a new striker could be about to take a decisive turn, with Paris Saint-Germain forward Gonçalo Ramos emerging as a serious alternative to RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko.

Soccer News / Stretty News / August 5

Sky Sports: ‘Verbal agreement reached’ in Benjamin Sesko transfer saga after Man Utd make first bid

Manchester United and Newcastle United have now both submitted offers for Benjamin Sesko and are neck and neck in pursuit of the RB Leipzig starlet. The Old Trafford faithful – and fans on Tyneside – are anxiously watching on as the two clubs go head-to-head for Sesko, with Leipzig now resigned to losing their highly-rated frontman.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 4

Opinion: Inside the Sesko Circus – Arsenal’s Exit Now Looks Like a Masterstroke

Arsenal were wise to walk away from the Benjamin Sesko transfer chase, and developments this weekend have clearly justified that decision. Keen to win the race Arsenal had exited, both Newcastle and Manchester United saw a free path to the RB Leipzig striker.