United’s Pursuit of Sesko Affects Magpies…
Manchester United is said to be nearing a deal for Benjamin Sesko, leaving Liverpool feeling like they just found out their favorite ice cream shop ran out of sprinkles! Newcastle won’t let Alexander Isak go unless they have a replacement, and Sesko was their top pick. But The Athletic reports that Sesko prefers to join United after the Red Devils offered a mind-boggling $98 million. This turn of events has Newcastle scrambling, while Man Utd rides the transfer roller coaster in high gear.
As Newcastle navigates a sea of transfer targets, Liverpool is trying to catch Isak in their nets. Last week, Liverpool’s $146 million bid for Isak was rejected faster than a dad joke at a teenager’s birthday party. With the player’s valuation closer to $200 million, Liverpool isn’t giving up. They’ve been spending like they’re recreating the Great Gatsby, splashing $400 million on talent including Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike. While their checkbook may look skinnier than a footballer in a windstorm, they’re still determined to land Isak if the right signs appear.
