Arsenal Make £84m Bid for RB Leipzig Striker Benjamin Sesko
Arsenal have made a significant offer to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, according to reports from Spanish website Fichajes. The Gunners have reportedly made a ‘very serious offer’ of €100m (£84m) for the Slovenia international, as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.
The news comes as Arsenal’s sporting director, Andrea Berta, looks to lead the club’s summer transfer business. The Gunners ultimately failed to reach their pre-season goals this season, finishing as Premier League runners-up for a third consecutive season. Despite a strong campaign, Mikel Arteta’s side were unable to sustain a title challenge, and the club’s board has recognised the need for a top-class striker.
According to Fichajes, Arsenal have held ‘concrete talks’ with RB Leipzig over a potential deal for Sesko. The striker’s profile is said to fit perfectly with what Arteta is looking for in his project: youth, talent, and long-term prospects. With Arsenal willing to meet Leipzig’s asking price, the decision is now said to come down to the player.
The news is significant, as it suggests that Arsenal have moved on from their reported interest in Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP. The striker’s uncle, Chris Gyokeres, recently indicated that the player is likely to stay at Sporting Lisbon for another season, saying that “we decided that he has to stay” because he “loves” it in Lisbon. Gyokeres had been a target for Arsenal, but it appears that the club has now turned its attention to Sesko.
In addition to their interest in Sesko, Arsenal are also reported to be eyeing up alternatives to their dream signing, Real Madrid winger Rodrygo. According to Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg, Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma has been added to the Gunners’ list of targets. Plettenberg wrote on X: “Not only are FC Bayern interested in Kaoru
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