Manchester United Finalize €85m Signing of Benjamin Šeško from RB Leipzig

Manchester United have completed the signing of Slovenian striker Benjamin Šeško from RB Leipzig for a total package of €85 million, marking a significant move to strengthen their attacking line ahead of the 2025-26 Premier League season. The deal, finalized on Friday, August 8, 2025, includes €76.5 million upfront and €8.5 million in performance-related add-ons, with all contracts approved following Šeško's successful medical. The 22-year-old is set to be officially unveiled at Old Trafford later today, Saturday, August 9, 2025, before the club’s pre-season friendly against Fiorentina.

Šeško, who joined Leipzig from Red Bull Salzburg in 2023, has scored 39 goals in 87 appearances, showcasing his aerial prowess and speed at 6'5". This transfer follows United's £200 million summer spending spree, which also saw the arrivals of Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, as manager Ruben Amorim seeks to rebuild after a disappointing 15th-place finish last season. The move raises questions about the future of current striker Rasmus Højlund, with Leipzig previously exploring a loan deal for him. Šeško’s preference for United, despite Newcastle’s higher bids, underscores the club’s appeal, and his unveiling today signals a new chapter under Amorim’s ambitious leadership.