Things are aligning for Liverpool as Newcastle makes their first official offer for Benjamin Sesko. Eddie Howe’s team aims to secure a replacement for Alexander Isak, who has ties to Anfield, before they consider selling him for what could be a British transfer record.
Meanwhile, Manchester United is also interested in the RB Leipzig forward, with reports suggesting the player prefers a move to Old Trafford.
David Ornstein revealed in The Athletic that Newcastle submitted an €80m (£69.8m) bid for Sesko on Saturday, which aligns with Leipzig’s asking price, as noted by Sky Sports’ Keith Downie.
There are concerns that Newcastle may need to let go of their key striker before successfully finding a replacement. Ideally, they should wait for reinforcements first. However, it’s essential to note that Newcastle needs funds to navigate the summer transfer window effectively.
Currently, Newcastle has not breached Financial Fair Play regulations, but they lack the financial flexibility compared to Premier League rivals like Liverpool.
If the northeast club can successfully outbid United for Sesko, it would significantly simplify Liverpool’s situation.
Jurgen Klopp, who now heads global football operations at Red Bull, may have some influence over Sesko’s decision, though it’s speculative to suggest he would push him in any specific direction.
While Newcastle is facing challenges, particularly due to the lack of a sporting director, Manchester United is not exactly a model of stability either. Although United has made solid additions to their attacking lineup this summer, the Magpies offer Champions League football and the promise of consistently competing in the Premier League top four.
Ultimately, as time unfolds, if Sesko can look past the allure of Manchester United’s reputation, Newcastle presents a more appealing opportunity.
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