Manchester United make a bid for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko with the overall package potentially rising to 85m euros (£73.8m).

Manchester United have made an offer for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko after Newcastle submitted a second bid for the Slovenia international, the PA news agency understands.The race for the highly-rated 22-year-old is heating up as the Premier League clubs battle to bolster their front lines.

The Magpies submitted their second official offer to the Bundesliga club on Monday evening in an attempt to steal a march on their rivals for the Slovenia international’s signature. Widespread reports suggest Newcastle’s improved bid is worth €80m, plus a further €10m in potential add-ons.