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.

RB Leipzig have rejected Newcastle United’s €80million offer for striker Benjamin Sesko, dealing a significant blow to the club’s striker succession plans amid continued uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak and his more-than-likely sale to Liverpool.

Manchester United and Newcastle ’s battle to sign Benjamin Sesko has taken a twist after a third club pulled out of the transfer race for the striker. Sesko has emerged as a top target for both Premier League teams, with RB Leipzig rejecting a £70million offer from the Magpies over the weekend.