According to the journalist Florian Plettenberg, Arsenal are pushing to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko this summer amid interest from manchester united and Chelsea.
The Slovenian ace had a good 2023/24 season with Leipzig in the German top flight. He had a slow start to his debut campaign under manager Marco Rose, but became a key figure during the end of the season.
Sesko finished with 18 goals to his name and Plettenberg He claims Arsenal are now pushing to sign him. United also have a specific interest in Sesko, while Chelsea are monitoring the former Salzburg player.
The young striker currently has a £55m release clause in his contract. Leipzig has not given up on retaining him with a new contract. Plettenberg reports that a decision on his future will be made before Euro 2024.
Great talent
Arsenal had a fantastic 2023/24 campaign in the first division and finished just 2 points behind the eventual champions. city of manchester. Manager Mikel Arteta He will want to further strengthen the team to fight for the title next season.
A new striker should be the top priority for the Gunners. Sesko would be a fantastic acquisition, considering he is one of the best young center forwards. He finished last season on a high, scoring in each of his last seven league games for Leipzig.
In addition to his goals, Sesko also stood out for his high pressing and tireless work rate. He is not the best at passing or controlling the ball, but he has the ability to score goals. His playing style can be compared in part to the Erling Haaland.
Arsenal wouldn't mind a player of that caliber. United and Chelsea are also interested, but the Gunners should have the advantage as they have qualified for the Champions League next season, something their rivals were unable to achieve last season.
They are also in a much better financial situation than United and Chelsea, who may need to sell players first this month. Arsenal can make a big statement at the beginning of summer transfer window securing Sesko services.
