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‘Several Factors’ - Striker’s Agent Goes Public to Explain Newcastle United Decision
Sesko's agent said the striker was willing to take a wage cut and that Manchester United's pursuit spanned over seven years, with a final fee up to £74 million, including add-ons.
- Manchester United signed 22-year-old striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig last weekend, completing a deal worth up to £74 million including add-ons.
- The transfer followed complex negotiations in three countries and six cities, with Sesko's agent noting several factors and a longstanding desire to join United.
- Former Adidas chief and United negotiations director Matt Hargreaves, described as a ruthless negotiator by Sesko's agent, led the demanding transfer talks that lasted until early morning.
- Sesko, who has netted 39 times in 87 matches for Leipzig and scored 16 goals in 41 appearances for Slovenia, committed to a five-year deal after rejecting Newcastle and experiencing a potential transfer to Arsenal fall through.
- The signing provides a significant boost to United as Sesko’s long-standing wish to join and willingness to accept a pay cut helped finalize the transfer amid rich competition.
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RB Leipzig has found a replacement for Benjamin Sesko, who emigrated to Manchester United. His successor comes from the Turkish league.
Truth behind Benjamin Sesko's transfer to Man Utd and why Arsenal move collapsed - The Mirror
Manchester United unveiled Benjamin Sesko last weekend as Ruben Amorim's squad was improved by another forward ahead of the Premier League season and the side's first match against Arsenal
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