Manchester United sign forward Benjamin Sesko
Story by Jessica Mbamah
Manchester United have completed a £73.7m deal to sign striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig.
The 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract at Old Trafford, with Man Utd set to pay an initial £66.26m (€76.5m) with £7.36m (€8.5m) in performance-related add-ons for the Slovenia international.
In his first interview as a Man Utd player, Sesko said: “When we discussed the project, it was clear that everything is in place for this team to continue to grow and compete for the biggest trophies again soon.
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“From the moment that I arrived, I could feel the positive energy and family environment that the club has created. It is clearly the perfect place to reach my maximum level and fulfil all of my ambitions.”
Sesko is now set to be formally presented to Man Utd supporters on Saturday, ahead of the club’s final pre-season friendly against Fiorentina.
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