RB Leipzig Set £86m Price Tag for Benjamin Šeško Amid Premier League Interest

RB Leipzig have slapped an £86m valuation on their star striker Benjamin Šeško, as Manchester United, Chelsea, and Arsenal circle for the 21-year-old Slovenian, according to Bild. The towering forward, who scored 14 goals in 22 Bundesliga starts last season, has drawn comparisons to Erling Haaland for his physicality and clinical finishing. Leipzig’s decision to remove Šeško’s €70m release clause has allowed them to demand a premium, with the club reportedly aiming to surpass their €90m transfer record set by Josko Gvardiol’s move to Manchester City.

Šeško’s camp has a "gentleman’s agreement" with Leipzig, permitting a transfer if the right offer arrives, fueling speculation of a summer move. Arsenal, long-term admirers, scouted him last year, while Chelsea and United seek a marquee striker to bolster their squads. However, Leipzig’s financial health and Champions League aspirations mean they’re under no pressure to sell. Social media buzz on X reflects divided opinions, with some fans calling the price inflated, while others see Šeško as a generational talent worth the investment. The race for his signature is heating up, promising a high-stakes transfer saga.