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Manchester United refuse to sell Sesko amid interest from Barcelona and Atletico

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Manchester United refuse to sell Sesko amid interest from Barcelona and Atletico
Summary

Manchester United confirmed they will not sell Benjamin Sesko this summer, rebuffing enquiries from Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. The club is reportedly keen on retaining Sesko, who showed significant improvement in his second season after a slow start following his £73.7 million transfer from RB Leipzig. His late-season form was pivotal in United's Champions League qualification, with sources indicating strong interest from the two Spanish clubs as they consider alternatives should their own targets change. United intends to keep Sesko, viewing him as central to manager Michael Carrick's plans moving forward.

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By the Numbers
  • •Sesko scored 11 Premier League goals last season, mostly in the second half of the campaign.
  • •Barcelona and Atletico Madrid expressed interest in acquiring Sesko this summer.
  • •Carrick is a strong advocate for Sesko's role in the team.
  • •United aims to sign a versatile forward while keeping Sesko off the market.
Latest Updates
  • 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — Man United have no interest in selling Sesko despite reports of Barcelona interest
  • 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester United tell Barcelona and Atletico: Sesko is not for sale
What they're saying
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Manchester United have no plans to part ways with Benjamin Sesko this summer, according to the Manchester Evening News.Barcelona are reportedly exploring several attacking options as they prepare for ...

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Manchester United have no intention of selling Benjamin Sesko this summer.According to TEAMtalk, the club have rebuffed enquiries from intermediaries acting for Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. Their po...

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