FINALLY DONE: South American superstar have finally to sign for Arsenal till 2028 with an improved salary offer that will make Him the highest paid in the league \u2013 Medical team on standby to welcome Arsenal second signing<\/p>\n
pace, with RB Leipzig youngster Benjamin Sesko emerging as the top striker target for Arsenal.<\/p>\n
The 21-year-old was on Arteta\u2019s shortlist last summer, but he agreed to spend one more year in Germany.<\/p>\n
After scoring 21 goals in 45 appearances across all competitions in 2024\/25, Sesko is now expected to depart amid interest from Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United and Spurs.<\/p>\n
\u2018Concrete talks\u2019 are already underway between the Gunners and Leipzig over a potential deal for the Slovenian forward, according to Sky Sports Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg.<\/p>\n
The report claims that both clubs are keen to reach an agreement early in the window, with Arsenal\u2019s new sporting director Andrea Berta in direct \u2018contact\u2019 with Leipzig director Marcel Schafer to \u2018discuss the conditions of a transfer\u2019.<\/p>\n
Leipzig, having failed to qualify for next season\u2019s Champions League, \u2018urgently need income\u2019 and view Sesko as one of their \u2018top candidates\u2019 to be sold.<\/p>\n
Sesko\u2019s release clause \u2013 reportedly upwards of \u20ac80million (\u00a368.5m) \u2013 could be activated this summer, but Leipzig are said to be open to other payment structures.<\/p>\n
This flexibility could allow Arsenal to spread the cost or agree an alternative deal that suits both parties. With the clause structured variably, Leipzig also hope to \u2018push the price up\u2019 through open negotiations.<\/p>\n
Sesko has enjoyed an impressive season in the Bundesliga and is seen as an ideal long-term fit for Arteta\u2019s system at Arsenal.<\/p>\n
His physical attributes, finishing ability, and age profile make him a highly attractive option as the Gunners look to strengthen their attack ahead of another Premier League title push.<\/p>\n
While Arsenal are also monitoring Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres \u2013 believed to be available for \u20ac60\u201370m due to a verbal agreement with the Portuguese champions \u2013 Sesko has firmly moved ahead in the pecking order.<\/p>\n
Gyokeres remains a serious option, but sources close to the club suggest Arteta views Sesko as the \u2018preferred candidate\u2019 to lead the line next season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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