Newcastle United Submit Improved Second Bid for Benjamin Sesko as Transfer Battle Heats Up
Newcastle United have stepped up their pursuit of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko by submitting a second official bid for the highly-rated Slovenian international. With increasing interest in the 22-year-old forward from multiple top European clubs, the Magpies are determined to stay ahead in the race for his signature.
RB Leipzig, while reluctant to part ways with one of their most promising young talents, are believed to have accepted the likelihood of Sesko’s departure this summer. The Bundesliga outfit previously rejected an initial bid from Newcastle reported to be €75 million with an additional €5 million in performance-based bonuses. Leipzig were said to be unimpressed by the structure of the proposal, especially the relatively low value of the add-ons.
However, according to The Athletic, Newcastle have now returned to the negotiating table with a significantly improved offer. Their latest proposal is reportedly worth at least €80 million, while Sky Germany claims the total package now includes €80 million upfront plus a further €10 million in potential bonuses, bringing the total value of the bid to around €90 million.
Although Leipzig’s asking price had initially been met in terms of the base fee, the German club were holding out for more lucrative and achievable bonus clauses. Newcastle’s willingness to increase their offer suggests they are serious about securing Sesko’s services before the competition intensifies further.
Manchester United are also closely monitoring the situation. The Premier League giants, now under the influence of INEOS, have not yet submitted an official offer but remain interested in the player. Reports indicate that United would be willing to match Newcastle’s proposal if required. Despite the lack of a formal bid, United’s internal discussions point to Sesko being a priority target this window.
As for the player himself, sources close to the Leipzig squad have revealed that Sesko has informed teammates of his intention to leave the club this summer. While he has yet to make a final decision on his next destination, his departure from Germany appears increasingly inevitable.
With both Newcastle and Manchester United prepared to battle it out financially, the final decision could come down to the player’s preference regarding the sporting project, guaranteed playing time, and future ambitions.
Negotiations between Newcastle and Leipzig are still ongoing, and further developments are expected in the coming days. Should the Magpies be successful in landing Sesko, it would represent a major coup as they look to reinforce their squad with elite-level talent ahead of the new Premier League season.