The Red Devils are believed to be involved in a two-horse race for Sesko, with Premier League rivals Newcastle United already making an official bid worth £69.8m. While the bid fell short of Leipzig's valuation of the player, the Magpies are reportedly locked in talks over the structure of a deal.

As Manchester United continue to be linked with a move for Benjamin Sesko, another transfer which may have derailed their efforts is now not happening

With United prioritising Sesko if they sign a striker this summer, Hojlund's position at the club has been thrown into doubt