Manchester United have officially entered the race for RB Leipzig's highly-rated striker Benjamin Šeško, with reports confirming the Red Devils have tabled a substantial offer for the Slovenian international.
United Make Their Move
According to exclusive information obtained by The Mirror, United have submitted a formal bid approaching £55 million for the 21-year-old sensation, who enjoyed a breakout season in the Bundesliga. The move signals Erik ten Hag's determination to add fresh firepower to his squad after a disappointing Premier League campaign.
Šeško's representatives are understood to be considering multiple offers, with United facing stiff competition from several top European clubs including Chelsea and AC Milan, who have also registered serious interest in the prolific forward.
Why Šeško Tops United's Wishlist
The young striker's impressive tally of 18 goals across all competitions for RB Leipzig has made him one of Europe's most sought-after talents. Standing at 6'4" with remarkable technical ability, Šeško represents exactly the profile of modern striker United have been desperately seeking.
Key attributes that make Šeško so appealing:
- Exceptional aerial presence combined with surprising agility
- Proven goal-scoring record in a major European league
- Significant potential for development at just 21 years old
- Versatility to play across multiple attacking positions
Transfer Battle Heats Up
United's decision to move now reflects their awareness of growing competition for Šeško's signature. Chelsea's interest has been particularly persistent, with new manager Enzo Maresca reportedly making the Slovenian a priority target as he looks to reshape the Blues' attacking options.
Meanwhile, AC Milan see Šeško as the ideal long-term replacement for Olivier Giroud, adding another dimension to what's becoming one of the summer's most intriguing transfer sagas.
What This Means for United's Squad
Should United succeed in landing Šeško, it would represent a significant statement of intent from the Old Trafford hierarchy. The acquisition would likely signal the end of Anthony Martial's turbulent tenure at the club and provide genuine competition for Rasmus Højlund in the central striking role.
With new minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe keen to make his mark on football operations, the pursuit of Šeško demonstrates United's renewed focus on identifying and securing emerging talent rather than pursuing established, expensive stars.
The coming days are expected to be crucial as Šeško weighs his options, with the player's camp indicating a decision will be made before the start of pre-season training in early July.
