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.

As The Manchester Evening News reported earlier this week, United are advancing on a deal to sign the Slovenia international before the transfer window slams shut. United have been in the market for a new centre forward all summer, with Sesko now their priority target.

Manchester United’s striker search appears to favour youth over experience after The Athletic reported that they are prioritising a move for RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko.