Manchester United are working on their first official offer for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, though they must move quickly to beat Newcastle.

Newcastle United have warned RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Šeško that they want a final decision on his interest in joining the club in the coming hours, a report has revealed. While they were searching for a striker earlier this summer,

Manchester United are set to do battle with Newcastle over a move for Benjamin Sesko, but the Magpies have already launched a bid for the RB Leipzig striker, leaving Ruben Amorim to play catch up

Manchester United are lining up their first offer for Benjamin Sesko after Newcastle started what RB Leipzig hope will become a “bidding war” for the striker. Newcastle have tabled an offer worth £69.8million including add-ons and United are said to be ready to match that bid after fresh talks with Leipzig over the weekend.

Manchester United are reported to have identified Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior as an alternative to RB Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko. Red Devils boss Ruben Amorim has already signed two key attackers this summer, with Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo adding significantly to his squad.

The Slovenian striker has become United's priority as they look to offload the likes of Alejandro Garnacho, Anthony and Jadon Sancho