Manchester United make Alexander Isak enquiry as RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko nears decision - Paper Round
Published 01/08/2025 at 22:54 GMT+1
The transfer saga of the summer has taken another twist with reports that Manchester United have entered the race to sign wantaway Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak. Meanwhile, also making Saturday's headlines is a report that Arsenal are not prepared to meet Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze's release clause, and RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko is set to make a final decision on his future.
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Isak wanted by Man Utd
A report in The Sun suggests Manchester United have made enquiries about Newcastle United forward Alexander Isak.
Isak is reportedly training with former club Real Sociedad amid strong interest from Liverpool, who had an offer for the Sweden international rejected this week.
The outlet reports that The Red Devils are exploring a deal to bring Isak to Old Trafford.
"Manchester United reportedly enquired about the possibility of signing Alexander Isak from Newcastle this week," reads the report.
"The Red Devils are understood to be determined to add a striker to their ranks before the transfer window closes.
"And Florian Plettenberg has claimed that Isak recently emerged as a target.
"United made an enquiry about a potential move, but Isak turned it down.
"The 25-year-old currently has his heart set on a move to Liverpool."
Quartet to be 'exiled' at Man Utd
Alejandro Garnacho, Antony, Jadon Sancho and Tyrell Malacia "are to be exiled" at Man Utd, says The Sun.
Ruben Amorim's side are said to be in the market for another attacker, with RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko reported to be a target.
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However, United may need to sell before they buy, having already brought Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo to the club.
The Sun writes: "The banished quartet will be kept away from the first-team when they return from the US next week.
"They will be allowed to continue using the facilities at the club's Carrington training ground.
"But they will be given a 'different schedule' to their team-mates to keep them separate.
"Sources said the club discussed expelling them to join the U21s but ruled it out amid fears of a legal protest."
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Arsenal will not trigger Eze release clause
Arsenal will not trigger Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze’s release clause of £68 million, it has been claimed.
The Gunners want to sell a forward before pursuing Eze, having already signed six new players in this summer's transfer window.
"Arsenal are interested in Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, but want to offload a forward before making a formal approach," reads the article.
"Eze has been heavily linked with a move to Emirates Stadium and he does have a £68m release clause in his contract. However, multiple reports have stated that the clause expires on Friday.
"And BBC Sport are reporting that Arsenal have 'shown no inclination of triggering the forward's release fee', with The Gunners looking to sell before they make any more new signings.
"The report adds that Arsenal value Eze at less than £68m and 'want to negotiate a deal beneath the agreement'."
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Decision time for Sesko
Benjamin Sesko is expected to make a final decision on his future, reports The London Standard.
The RB Leipzig is a man in demand, having netted 21 goals and contributed with six assists last season.
The outlet claims Man Utd "have an advantage over Newcastle".
The article continues: "Man Utd have a delegation in Germany attempting to tie up a deal and could include £72m flop Rasmus Hojlund as part-exchange to bring down the price. The Athletic reports that Leipzig are open to the idea.
"Sesko's decision will not only impact both Man Utd and Newcastle's summer, but also Liverpool's and their pursuit of Isak."
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