Benjamin Sesko transfer twist as RB Leipzig star tells both Man Utd and Newcastle he ONLY wants them
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MANCHESTER UNITED's tussle with Newcastle has been hit with a new twist.
The Red Devils and the Magpies have been hot on the heels of Sesko in recent weeks.
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Benjamin Sesko is only open to joining Newcastle and Man Utd
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Several Premier League clubs were interested in the striker.
But now according to Bild information, Sesko has told both clubs that he only wants to join them.
Newcastle made their move on Saturday with an offer worth £69.8m including add-ons.
There is no official bid from Man Utd yet.
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Their negotiations surround what they would be prepared to pay and how they would pay it.
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