Benjamin Sesko makes Manchester United transfer decision as Newcastle prepare for battle
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Newcastle faces uncertainty as Alexander Isak expresses a desire to leave the club, linked with Liverpool. If Isak departs, Newcastle targets Benjamin Sesko as a replacement, noting they have long-term interest in him. Initial negotiations with Arsenal for Sesko involved fees between 68 million and 85 million, but those amounts have decreased, with offers around 60.6 million considered feasible. Newcastle feels confident about competing with Manchester United for Sesko due to their Champions League qualification. However, reports indicate Sesko prefers to join Manchester United instead of Newcastle.
Newcastle's preparations for the new season have been rocked with Alexander Isak informing the club of his desire to explore a move away amid links to Liverpool.
If Isak was to depart, Sesko has been earmarked as a direct replacement, with Newcastle holding a long-term interest in the in-demand striker.
When negotiating with Arsenal, Leipzig were hoping to land a fee between 68m and 85m, but that price has now dropped, with offers of 60.6m now considered viable.
Newcastle would have an advantage over Man Utd in a direct battle for Sesko's signature due to the offer of Champions League football next season.
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