Manchester United have confirmed the signing of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko in a deal worth £73.7 million.

The Slovenia international has signed a five-year contract at Old Trafford, with the agreement including a guaranteed £66.3 million payment and the rest in performance-related add-ons.

Sesko, 22, becomes United’s third major attacking addition this summer, following the arrivals of Matheus Cunha (£62.5m) and Bryan Mbeumo (£65m, including £6m in add-ons).

The highly-rated forward was also a transfer target for Newcastle United but opted to join Ruben Amorim’s project at United.

Manchester United endured a disappointing 2024/25 campaign, finishing 15th in the Premier League, while Newcastle secured fifth place, qualified for the Champions League, and lifted the EFL Cup.

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Speaking after his unveiling, Sesko expressed his excitement about the move: “The history of Manchester United is obviously very special but what really excites me is the future. When we discussed the project, it was clear that everything is in place for this team to continue to grow and compete for the biggest trophies again soon.

From the moment that I arrived, I could feel the positive energy and family environment that the club has created. It is clearly the perfect place to reach my maximum level and fulfil all of my ambitions.

I cannot wait to start learning from Ruben and connecting with my team-mates to achieve the success that we all know we are capable of together.”

Sesko’s arrival is expected to strengthen United’s attacking options significantly as the club aims to rebuild and challenge for silverware in the coming seasons.