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Manchester United Unveil Benjamin Sesko After Shootout Win Against Fiorentina

The Snapdragon Cup victory completed United’s summer rebuild on the eve of their Premier League opener against Arsenal.

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Overview

  • United confirmed Sesko’s transfer from RB Leipzig for €76.5 million plus €8.5 million in bonuses on a contract through 2030.
  • Sesko joined Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Diego León in being presented to over 65,000 supporters at Old Trafford before kickoff.
  • Fiorentina took an early lead through Simon Sohm, United equalised via an own goal from Robin Gosens and then won the Snapdragon Cup 5-4 on penalties with Kobbie Mainoo’s decisive spot kick.
  • David De Gea returned to Old Trafford as Fiorentina’s goalkeeper and received a standing ovation before being substituted prior to the shootout.
  • The friendly wrapped up United’s pre-season preparations and now shifts the focus to their Premier League opener against Arsenal on August 17.