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Arsenal Accelerate Interest in RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko

Formal Approach Made for Sesko, per Sky Germany

Arsenal have formally approached RB Leipzig regarding the potential signing of Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko, according to Sky Germany. The 21-year-old forward, long admired by the Gunners, is emerging as a serious target as the club assess their options in the forward line ahead of the new season.

Sky Sports News has corroborated the development, adding that Arsenal are currently exploring the conditions required to structure a possible deal. No official bid has been submitted at this stage, but discussions are believed to be progressing.

Long-standing Interest Rekindled

Arsenal’s admiration for Sesko is not new. Their interest dates back to last summer, when the striker opted to extend his contract with RB Leipzig until 2029. In January, Sky Sports News reported that Arsenal were again weighing up a move, but any formal talks were shelved following a gentleman’s agreement between Sesko and Leipzig to remain in Germany until the summer.

That time appears to have arrived. Leipzig’s failure to qualify for next season’s Champions League has prompted a willingness from the club to cash in. Arsenal, needing to add firepower, are among those ready to take advantage.

Arsenal Also Monitoring Gyokeres

While Sesko is a prime candidate, Arsenal are also conducting due diligence on other forward options, including Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres. The Gunners are intent on strengthening Mikel Arteta’s squad with a dynamic forward who fits both tactically and physically into their system.

Sky Sports pundits have already begun comparing Gyokeres and Sesko, with a recent segment on The Football Show analysing their form, attributes, and suitability to Arsenal’s style of play.

Physical Prowess and Potential Make Sesko Stand Out

Benjamin Sesko’s unique combination of size, speed and technical ability is what has set him apart from a young age. At 6ft 5in, he offers a rare physical profile for a forward, but it’s his pace — clocking a Bundesliga top speed of 35.47 km/h — and attacking instincts that make him especially appealing.

Matej Orazem, the sporting director at NK Domzale — the Slovenian club that recruited Sesko as a teenager — shared insight with Sky Sports:“The physicality was the defining factor. He was amazing. With some young talents, you want them to play with the older guys but if they are not physically ready then you are a little more wary. With Beny, there was no doubt because of his physical presence.”

Sesko’s goalscoring ability has continued to evolve. Last season, he notched 21 goals and six assists across all competitions, including four goals in the Champions League. That output, combined with his athleticism and rapid development curve, has made him a prime target for Europe’s elite.

Orazem added:“I think that he is destined for greatness.”

He recalled how Sesko’s talent was impossible to ignore from the beginning:“By the time that the media speculation began and bigger clubs noticed him, we already had an agreement. For anyone who went to see him, it was pretty obvious. He was pretty much a slam dunk at a very young age.”

Conclusion

With Arsenal looking to add another dimension to their attacking options, Sesko appears to be a strong contender. His profile aligns with the demands of Premier League football and Arteta’s high-octane system. Sky Germany’s report of a formal approach signals the Gunners’ intent — whether they proceed to make an official bid remains to be seen, but the groundwork is clearly being laid.