Benjamin Šeško Set for Major Transfer Decision as Manchester United and Newcastle Battle for Signature

Benjamin Šeško is deciding his future as Manchester United and Newcastle United both try to sign him from RB Leipzig. The 22-year-old Slovenian striker is expected to choose soon, with both clubs giving strong offers as the new season approaches. As one of the summer’s most-followed transfer stories, Šeško’s next move is highly anticipated.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Manchester United have contacted Šeško’s representatives to show interest in making him their leading striker. Newcastle United also made a formal offer last week, explaining their plans and showing readiness to bid once Šeško agrees. While the media is speculating, nothing has been officially agreed upon yet. Šeško has a contract with RB Leipzig until 2029, and a report confirmed that the club has a release clause that could allow him to leave for a lower price if the right bid is received.

ŠEŠKO’S RISING PROFILE AND TEAM CONTEXT

Šeško had an impressive 2024/25 season with RB Leipzig, scoring 21 goals in 39 games across all competitions, including four in the UEFA Champions League. Since moving from Red Bull Salzburg, he has netted 39 goals in 87 matches for Leipzig. Manchester United are under pressure this summer after finishing 15th in the Premier League last season, far from qualifying for the Champions League. Their current strikers, including Rasmus Hojlund, have struggled throughout the past campaign. Meanwhile, Newcastle, having finished fifth and qualified for the Champions League, see Šeško as a key player for a stronger push this season as they may lose Isak to Liverpool, who expressed his desire to leave the team.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Šeško is expected to confirm his future in the coming days. Manchester United will begin their 2025-26 Premier League campaign hoping for significant improvement after finishing 15th last season. They play Arsenal in their opening match and need new attacking options to close the gap with the teams ahead. Newcastle aim to improve on last season too, starting against Aston Villa. Both teams eagerly await Šeško’s decision, aiming to strengthen their squads before the season starts.