Man United sign Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig in deal worth up to €85m

Manchester United have completed the signing of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko in a deal worth up to €85 million.

After finishing 15th in the Premier League last season – their worst top-flight campaign in 51 years – and losing the Europa League final, the Red Devils have spent the summer undertaking an eye-catching rebuild.

Ruben Amorim’s men signed Matheus Cunha from Wolves for £62.5 million and Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo for £65 million plus £6 million in add-ons, with their attack further bolstered by the arrival of Sesko.

The 22-year-old has signed a deal until 2030 at United, who PA understands are paying Leipzig €76.5 million plus a potential €8.5 million in add-ons.