Fabrizio Romano, a prominent football transfer insider, has recently commented on Arsenal’s rumored interest in the 20-year-old RB Leipzig striker, Benjamin Sesko. Reports have suggested that Arsenal is considering a move for Sesko during the upcoming January transfer window. Romano’s insights shed some light on this potential transfer.
While Romano acknowledged that he was not aware of Arsenal pursuing Sesko as a direct alternative to another striker, Ivan Toney, he emphasized that many clubs engage in normal scouting activities, and Sesko’s talent has not gone unnoticed. According to Romano, Sesko would be an excellent addition to any top club in Europe, praising the young forward’s abilities and potential.
Despite the buzz surrounding Sesko, Romano highlighted the importance of respecting RB Leipzig’s stance. The German club has shown reluctance to sell any of their top players in the January transfer window. Romano suggested that a potential move for Sesko might be more likely in the summer of 2024 or even 2025, rather than during the upcoming winter window.
As for the pursuit of Ivan Toney, Romano previously mentioned Arsenal’s interest in the striker. However, he also noted that this deal is far from straightforward, and Chelsea is also informed about Toney’s situation. This competition between Arsenal and Chelsea keeps the race for Toney open, with no concrete developments mentioned regarding Sesko as an alternative.
Benjamin Sesko has been compared to Erling Braut Haaland, a highly regarded striker, by various sources, including the Bundesliga website. Sesko himself has welcomed these comparisons and sees them as a source of motivation. He expressed his determination to learn and improve, aiming to surpass the skills of Haaland. Some of his teammates have even claimed that he is better than the Norwegian star.
