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Manchester United have lastly settled on which striker to pursue between Benjamin Sesko and Ollie Watkins, David Ornstein of The Athletic has confirmed.
Having wrapped up offers for Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo from Wolverhampton Wanderers and Brentford respectively, United have now turned their consideration in the direction of securing the providers of a top-class striker.
Heading into the window, Liam Delap was United’s first-choice goal however he opted for a swap to Chelsea as a substitute. The Pink Devils have been then linked to the likes of Victor Osimhen and Viktor Gyokeres, however missed out on each talismans. Osimhen is getting ready to finalising a transfer to Galatasaray whereas Gyokeres’ has joined Arsenal.
A latest report coated by The Peoples Particular person relayed that United had narrowed down their striker targets to simply two names – Sesko and Watkins.
It was acknowledged that United had held preliminary talks with the representatives of each gamers to evaluate the phrases of a possible deal. Solely after that might the membership resolve which goal to pursue.
In contrast to Watkins, who United seemingly have a transparent path to signal, Sesko is attracting sturdy curiosity from Newcastle, making the race for his signature extra aggressive.
It’s believed that each gamers are open to sealing a swap to Outdated Trafford.
Earlier right this moment, Fabrizio Romano revealed that United had held talks with RB Leipzig about Sesko, hinting that the membership might have chosen him forward of Watkins.
Now, the dependable Ornstein has confirmed this.
In response to Ornstein, “Manchester United are prioritising a transfer for RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko in the event that they signal a striker this summer time.”
“The Outdated Trafford membership have made casual contact with their Bundesliga counterparts after Sesko emerged as their most popular possibility.”
“Newcastle United are additionally focusing on the 22-year-old as their prime candidate. That curiosity comes amid Alexander Isak wanting to depart St James’ Park and has accelerated the actions of Manchester United.”
Ornstein notes that Watkins has admirers at United however Aston Villa are adamant he might be offered. Ruben Amorim’s facet don’t have any need to try to tempt Villa with affords for the 29-year-old.
It’s understood that Sesko has a gentleman’s settlement with Leipzig permitting him to depart for a charge within the area of €80m–€90m. This compromise was reached when he signed a brand new contract final 12 months.
His present phrases run till 2029.
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