Overview

• United have told RB Leipzig they will lodge a formal offer for 22-year-old Benjamin Šeško once the striker confirms Old Trafford as his destination.
• Newcastle United remain in contention to match United’s financial terms, leaving Šeško’s decision as the key factor in the transfer race.
• Ruben Amorim has reportedly favoured Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins, while recruitment director Christopher Vivell leads the push for Šeško.
• Talk of including Rasmus Hojlund in a swap deal with Leipzig has cast doubt on his future, though the Dane insists he will stay and fight for his place.
• Financial Fair Play restrictions and inflated valuations have increased the urgency for United to complete their key signings before the window closes.