Man Utd in race to sign Benjamin Sesko – Christian Falk

According to the journalist BILD christian falk, manchester united could go head to head with Bayern Munich in the race to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko.

Sesko was linked with some of Europe's elite clubs during the last transfer window, but ended up committing his future to Leipzig with a new contract. The renovation eliminated the £55 million termination clause in his previous treatment.

Despite this, there remains speculation about its long-term future. falk Today it is revealed that Bayern are looking to sign another striker to compete with Harry Kane and Sesko is on their transfer list.

However, they are not alone in the search for the shooter. United are also mentioned as contenders.

Huge potential

Sesko was on United's radar during his time at Red Bull Salzburg, but opted to join Leipzig. He had a good debut campaign with 18 goals and 2 assists in 42 outings. The 21-year-old has continued his good form this campaign with 10 goals in just 14 appearances.

The Slovenian has been compared to Haaland in the past, but looks like an improvement on the Norwegian. He is more than decent with the ball at his feet. The youngster also impressed with his high pressing, work rate and aerial presence in and around the box. He has shown a willingness to recover.

Taking this into account, he can become a complete striker in the long term. He has yet to find Haaland's scoring consistency, but could do so with a bigger challenge elsewhere. United already has Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee in their ranks, but neither seemed secure at the front.

Hojlund has been among the goals for the Red Devils, but Zirkzee has struggled since his first goal in the opener. If United were to pursue a deal for Sesko, Zirkzee could be shown the exit door next summer. Sesko is valued at £42 million by Transfermarkt, but Leipzig could easily demand double the fee without any clause present.