100m or Bust! Leipzig Throw Down Gauntlet to Man Utd for Sesko

 

MAN UTD WARNED OF POTENTIAL SESKO FEE HIKE – DESPITE 'GENTLEMAN'S AGREEMENT' ON £60M RELEASE CLAUSE

Red Devils May Need to Pay £70m+ Despite Previous £60m Understanding

Manchester United’s pursuit of Benjamin Šeško has hit a major snag, with RB Leipzig now demanding a fee well above the previously discussed £60m—potentially forcing the club to pay up to £70-75m for the Slovenian striker.

The 21-year-old, who has 18 goals in all competitions this season, was believed to be available for a set price due to an informal understanding between clubs. However, his blistering second-half form (10 goals in last 12 games) has prompted Leipzig to reassess his value.

Why the Price Has Skyrocketed

💰 Release Clause Doesn’t Kick In Until 2025 – No legal obligation to sell cheaply

📈 Stock at All-Time High – Outscoring Højlund in Bundesliga

🔴 Man Utd Tax – Leipzig know they’re desperate

The "Gentleman’s Agreement" Fallout

Informal £60m pact was never binding

Arsenal & Chelsea also circling – Bidding war risk

Šeško happy at Leipzig but open to step up

United’s Dilemma

✔ Perfect Profile – Young, athletic, improving

❌ Overpay Risk – Similar to Antony/Højlund premiums

🔀 Alternatives? – Toney (cheaper), Osimhen (pricier)

What’s Next?

Opening £55m bid expected soon (testing resolve)

Leipzig want resolution pre-Euros

Player’s preference crucial – Does he push for move?