Manchester United have not formally withdrawn their interest in Benjamin \u0160e\u0161ko, continuing discussions internally over the possibility of competing with Newcastle United to sign the RB Leipzig striker.<\/p>\n
Currently, Newcastle remain the only confirmed suitors, but sources indicate that United see \u0160e\u0161ko as an option should they secure the necessary funds.<\/p>\n
Key figures at Manchester United, including manager Ruben Amorim, are set to deliberate on an approach. They are mindful of Newcastle’s interest, recognising that time may be limited to act decisively.<\/p>\n
Acquiring \u0160e\u0161ko is expected to be a costly affair, with German reports estimating a price exceeding \u20ac70 million (\u00a361.2 million). United currently face financial constraints and focus primarily on player sales to facilitate any major acquisitions.<\/p>\n
Aside from \u0160e\u0161ko, United are pursuing other targets such as Chelsea\u2019s Nicolas Jackson and Aston Villa\u2019s Ollie Watkins. They have also been presented with the opportunity to acquire Du\u0161an Vlahovi\u0107 from Juventus.<\/p>\n
Previously, United hesitated over \u0160e\u0161ko’s valuation, and even if they join the race, the player\u2019s willingness to move to Old Trafford is uncertain. \u0160e\u0161ko declined a move to Manchester United in 2023, stating, “It was very important for me to go to a place that plays a similar style of football. I already knew what I had to do and didn\u2019t have to go through a whole learning process again.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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