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I will like to play at Old Trafford – Man United ‘moving’ towards signing €50M RB Leipzig centre-forward amid strong Arsenal links
I will like to play at Old Trafford – Man United ‘moving’ towards signing €50M RB Leipzig centre-forward amid strong Arsenal links
According to Tuttojuve, an Italian outlet, Manchester United is’moving’ toward a possible bid to capture RB Leipzig center-forward Benjamin Šeško.
The 21-year-old was linked to moves with teams like Arsenal and Chelsea during the summer transfer window.
But in the end, the forward signed a new contract term and stayed at Red Bull Arena. With six goals in ten games this season across all competitions, the forward has piqued attention once more throughout Europe, with Man United hoping to sign the prolific striker.
Tuttojuve now claims that the Red Devils are “moving” toward signing him and that they may loan new acquisition Joshua Zirkzee to Juventus in order to make room for the Slovenian forward.
A host of top European clubs are also interested in signing Sesko and while a move in January seems improbable, United are beginning to make early moves to beat their rivals to his signature, as per the report.
Šeško’s new contract with Die Roten Bullen runs until 2029 with a valuation of €50m (£41m) by Transfermarkt but he’s expected to cost more than that following significant interest in the forward across Europe.
United need a prolific forward like Šeško
Manchester United’s frontline has been far from impressive since the start of the season. They’ve scored only seven goals so far, the joint-lowest of any team in the Premier League top 16.
United’s centre-forward duo of Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have only contributed to just two Premier League goals.
Meanwhile, Šeško has been high-flying this season, scoring in every competition he has played in.
The Slovenian forward is currently one of the most prolific attackers in Europe this season and it’s no surprise United are vying for his signature to help improve their lacklustre forward line.
Šeško possesses a blend of speed, physicality and strong aerial dominance. He can best be described as the ‘complete package’ with no visible weaknesses.
His addition would no doubt improve Erik ten Hag’s side and would afford the Dutchman the chance to also possess a prolific forward in his squad.