Manchester United are interested in signing RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, but the Slovenian has already explained why he rejected the Red Devils in the past

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That’s according to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who has revealed a ‘gentleman’s agreement’ between Sesko and RB Leipzig. The agreement is that Sesko will be allowed to leave for a fee of around €70-80m, plus €5-10m add-ons.

Chelsea have tracked Benjamin Sesko for a number of years, but the striker is no longer of interest and the Athletic have revealed why. The Blues have been busy this summer and have already completed the signings of Liam Delap, Joao Pedro and Jamie Gittens. Exclusive says Chelsea have made player “untouchable” – but it’s not for football reasons

Benjamin Sesko has been scouted extensively by Manchester United and one of the club's key recruitment figures is leading the charge for the RB Leipzig striker this summer

Newcastle are exploring a move for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko in case Alexander Isak leaves this summer - as BBC Sport's Sami Mokbel reports – but is he the man to fill the Sweden international's sizeable shoes on Tyneside?

After no breakthrough, Arsenal instead turned their attention to Gyokeres, who had already been rejecting offers and had been patient in the hope the Gunners would come in. This desire to sign for Mikel Arteta’s side certainly is felt to have softened the Spaniard’s attachment to his primary target in Sesko.

Manchester United have been told to avoid a move for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko by club legend Rio Ferdinand, who has suggested alternative targets