Manchester United are on the verge of confirming the blockbuster signing of Benjamin Sesko, and all signs point to the club unveiling their new star striker at Old Trafford this weekend.
According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, the Slovenian international is set to be presented to the fans ahead of United's final pre-season friendly.
🚨🩺 Benjamin Šeško, set to undergo his medical ahead of signature of five year contract at Manchester United.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 8, 2025
Process starting early morning as Šeško will be unveiled tomorrow at Old Trafford. 👋🏻 pic.twitter.com/QPi1XaqYA5
Sesko, 22, arrived in Manchester yesterday, with his medical and final paperwork scheduled for today.
This crucial final step in the transfer process means that all that remains is the official announcement from the club, which sources suggest will happen on Saturday, August 9, 2025.
The timing of the announcement is particularly strategic.
Manchester United are hosting Fiorentina at Old Trafford in their final friendly before the Premier League season kicks off.
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The plan is reportedly to unveil Sesko either shortly before kick-off or at half-time, giving the new striker a chance to be presented to the home crowd.
The arrival of Sesko, in a deal worth up to £73.7 million (€85 million) with add-ons, marks the culmination of a fierce transfer battle.
United reportedly fended off a more lucrative offer from Newcastle United, with Sesko's preference for a move to Old Trafford proving to be the decisive factor.
He is set to sign a five-year contract, providing manager Ruben Amorim with a long-term solution to lead the attack.
Sesko's signing is the latest in a summer of significant spending for United, following the arrivals of Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo.
It signals a major attacking overhaul under the new manager and brings much-needed clarity to the number nine position at the club.
With the medical all but a formality, the countdown is on for Manchester United fans to finally welcome their new striker. The official unveiling is now just hours away.
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