Manchester United have agreed a £73.7million deal with RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko. Sesko has now been given permission to travel for a medical and finalise his move to Old Trafford. The Athletc report the deal is worth an initial £66.4m, with a further £7.37m in add-ons.

Manchester United are closing in on the signing of Benjamin Sesko after agreeing a deal worth up to £73.7million with RB Leipzig, the PA news agency understands.The talented 22-year-old striker has been the subject of a tug of a war as the Red Devils and Newcastle both attempted to bolster their attacks ahead of the new season.

Manchester United have reached an agreement in principle with RB Leipzig for the signing of striker Benjamin Sesko. A deal worth €76.5million (£66.4m; $89.1m) and €8.5m in add-ons is in place, with Sesko given permission to travel for medical tests ahead of the proposed move.