Benjamin Šeško is listening to offers and would make a decision on his future soon, Softfootball reports.
The Slovenian professional footballer was dropped from the Leipzig side that lost 2-1 against Atalanta in a pre-season friendly earlier today.
Transfer Expert, Fabrizio Romano revealed via his official X handle that Šeško is open to a move to the premier league and likes the project presented to him by both Manchester United and Newcastle. Although, no decision has been made, it is believed that the player will formally communicate his position soon.
Fabrizio wrote:
“Benjamin Šeško will make his final decision soon.
“Newcastle informed Leipzig last week: they’re set to match their request, same for player terms.
“Man United still there, in contact with Leipzig as well, set to bid if Šeško chooses them.”
The 22-year-old is highly rated and would cost around £60 million plus add-ons to secure his services but a bidding war could raise the price closer to £70 million this summer.
Newcastle are pushing very hard to sign Šeško as they are on the verge of losing Alexander Isak to Liverpool. The Reds have been on the trail of the Swedish striker since the start of this summer and had a bid of £120m rejected by the Magpies.
Eddie Howe’s side made a bold bid for Šeško, offering Leipzig €75m (£65.5m) plus €5m (£4.3m) in add-ons which matches the Bundesliga’s side valuation. Manchester United are yet to make a formal bid but has informed Leipzig that they are ready to secure the services of Šeško.
Leipzig will give the green light to any club Šeško chooses this summer. The Magpies would hope their financial strength can give them the advantage over Manchester United.
But the Red Devils would be hoping that director of requirement Christopher Vivell can convince Šeško to join the club as they have a very good personal relationship having worked in the past at Salzburg.
