Manchester United have officially completed the signing of highly-rated Slovenian striker Benjamin Šeško from RB Leipzig, concluding one of the summer's most dramatic transfer sagas. The 22-year-old forward has penned a five-year deal, tying him to Old Trafford until 2030.
The transfer fee is reported to be an initial €76.5 million, with an additional €8.5 million in performance-related add-ons. The deal comes after weeks of intense negotiations and a late bidding war with Premier League rivals Newcastle United.
Šeško's preference for a move to Manchester United proved to be the decisive factor, with multiple sources confirming he made it clear to RB Leipzig that he wanted to join Ruben Amorim's project. This was despite Newcastle United reportedly submitting a higher initial offer. The young striker is said to have waived a portion of his salary to make the move happen, underlining his desire to play for the Red Devils.
The 6-foot-5 striker will now travel to Manchester to undergo a medical, which is expected to be completed within the next 72 hours. He is anticipated to be Manchester United's fourth major summer signing, following the arrivals of Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo.
Šeško's performances for RB Leipzig last season were a key reason for the widespread interest in his signature. In the 2024/25 Bundesliga season, he scored 13 goals and provided 5 assists in 33 appearances. He also contributed 4 goals in 8 UEFA Champions League matches.
His arrival raises questions about the future of Danish striker Rasmus Højlund, who has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford. While Højlund has reportedly expressed a desire to fight for his place, the club is said to be open to offers for him.
Manchester United fans will be eager to see their new attacking talent in action, with the striker expected to be available for the team's Premier League opener against Arsenal next week.
