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RB Leipzig might end up making things easy for Manchester United in their pursuit of Benjamin Sesko. 

Having made the Slovenian talent their priority striker target, United are locking horns with Newcastle United for his services.

It is understood that Leipzig have informed the player’s suitors that they are seeking a fee of €75million plus add-ons as well as a sell-on percentage for any deal.

Man United face strong competition from Newcastle

The Saudi-backed outfit are desperate for a new number nine amid question marks over Alexander Isak’s future at Tyneside. 

According to Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle are offering Sesko “important money” and are “ready to close the deal immediately.”

United, meanwhile, are taking a more conservative approach. Considering their financial predicament, Ineos are unlikely to splash the cash recklessly. 

The Italian journalist claims that United have contacted Leipzig to underline their willingness to bid for Sesko. However, the Red Devils “will need to take some time with RB Leipzig to negotiate and it will take some time before they close a deal.”

Leipzig want Hojlund from Man United

Interestingly, the Bundesliga giants hold interest in Rasmus Hojlund. The ex-Atalanta sensation has struggled to find his feet in England.

Romano reveals that Leipzig have requested Hojlund as part of their negotiations over a deal for Sesko.

A player-plus-cash deal involving Hojlund, who is not considered good enough to spearhead Ruben Amorim’s attack, could prove to be a dream scenario for United’s hierarchy, who are keen to raise funds by offloading out-of-favour players this summer.

However, Romano adds that the Denmark international’s desire is to stay at Old Trafford and fight for his place. So far, he has not been told to leave, but he may consider his options later in the window.

Amorim praised Hojlund’s performance in his side’s 4-1 win over Bournemouth in Chicago. Still, the United head coach stopped short of offering any guarantees over his future.

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