Overview

• United have struck an €85 million deal with RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko on a contract running to 2030.
• Sesko has begun his medical at United’s Carrington training ground; his unveiling is scheduled for Saturday at Old Trafford.
• The capture of Sesko pushes United’s summer spending past £190 million following signings of Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, Diego Leon.
• Sesko accepted a reduced salary; his agency relinquished part of its commission to secure the move ahead of higher Newcastle bids.
• Debate over whether to back young talent like Sesko or invest in proven Premier League forwards such as Ollie Watkins persists within United’s ranks.