Rob DawsonJul 29, 2025, 03:00 AM ET
Rob DawsonJul 29, 2025, 03:00 AM ET
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Manchester Unitedhave madeOllie WatkinsandBenjamin Seskotheir preferred targets as they continue their search for a new striker, sources have told ESPN.
United have explored a number of different options after missing out onLiam Delap, who opted to joinChelseafrom Ipswich Town.
Following the completion ofBryan Mbeumo’s move fromBrentford, work to bring a new No. 9 to Old Trafford has stepped up.
Watkins and Sesko are considered the most viable names of the players left on the market afterHugo EkitikejoinedLiverpoolandViktor Gyökeressigned forArsenal.
Sources have told ESPN that there are concerns at United about the potential cost of deals for either Watkins or Sesko with the valuations ofAston VillaandRB Leipzig, respectively, considered to be prohibitive.
However, contact has been made with representatives of both players to assess exactly what finances would be involved. No decision has been made about whether to prioritise Watkins or Sesko.
One complication in any potential deal for Sesko isNewcastle United’s interest.
United have turned to the 22-year-oldSloveniainternational amid fears thatAlexander Isakhas his heart set on a move to Liverpool.
United, according to sources, are confident Sesko would pick United over Newcastle — despite Eddie Howe’s team qualifying for the Champions League — if they press ahead and begin talks with RB Leipzig.
Villa, meanwhile, are insisting they will not let Watkins leave.
There is, though, a belief at United that the right offer could tempt Villa to part with the 29-year-old, who was the subject of a bid from Arsenal in January.
Source: Espnsoccer
