Manchester United have submitted an offer for RB Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko, with the total package potentially reaching €85 million (£73.8 million).
The bid includes a guaranteed fee of €75 million (£65.2 million), with the remaining amount tied to performance-related add-ons.
United believe the proposal reflects a fair market valuation for the 22-year-old Slovenian striker, who has netted 16 goals in 41 appearances for his national team. Sources suggest Sesko is open to a move to Old Trafford, although Leipzig have yet to respond to the bid.
Newcastle United are also in the race, having made a competing offer in the region of €80 million (£69.5 million) as talks with Leipzig continue.
Manchester United’s bid is being seen as a firm statement of intent, particularly after earlier reports indicated the club was hesitant to engage Leipzig without clear signs of interest from the player.
In a potential move to accommodate Sesko’s arrival, United are reportedly open to letting Rasmus Højlund leave the club.
