Liverpool Eye Next Haaland as Sesko Transfer Heats Up

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Liverpool are preparing a bid for RB Leipzig's 21-year-old striker Benjamin Sesko, seen as their own version of Erling Haaland. Standing 1.95m tall, Sesko has scored 21 goals in 43 games this season.

Liverpool are preparing a bid for RB Leipzig's 21-year-old striker Benjamin Sesko, seen as their own version of Erling Haaland. Standing 1.95m tall, Sesko has scored 21 goals in 43 games this season. Valued between £51.1m–£76.6m, he offers pace, power, and aerial strength, key traits that mirror Haaland’s game.

After the Premier League title triumph, Liverpool are actively exploring reinforcements for their forward line, with 21-year-old Slovenian striker Benjamin Šeško emerging as a prime target. With Darwin Núñez likely to depart and Alexander Isak deemed too expensive at over £150 million, the Reds are reportedly preparing an offer for Šeško, who is valued by RB Leipzig between €80m–€90m (£68.1m–£76.6m). Liverpool, however, hope to negotiate a lower deal in the range of €60m–€70m (£51.1m–£59.6m).

Šeško has netted 21 goals in 43 appearances this season and boasts a total of 39 goals in 85 matches for Leipzig. Standing at 1.95m (6'4"), he offers a commanding physical presence, combined with exceptional speed and aerial ability—traits likened to Manchester City's Erling Haaland. His Bundesliga profile notes his imposing stature, electrifying pace, and technical prowess.

Liverpool scouts were present during his recent standout performance against Bayern Munich, where he scored a remarkable goal. The club’s history of successful dealings with Leipzig, including the signings of Ibrahima Konaté and Dominik Szoboszlai, may give them an edge in negotiations.

Given Liverpool’s status as reigning champions, they may hold the upper hand in a competitive pursuit for the highly-rated striker.