Arsenal are the ‘hottest contender’ to sign Leipzig striker | OneFootball

Arsenal are considered the ‘hottest contender’ to sign one of RB Leipzig’s prized assets this summer, according to Sport Bild (page 30).

The Gunners have been tipped to land a new striker for the past year, and they are expected to spend big on a marquee signing in the next transfer window.

Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko is one of the top names on their radar, and they are reportedly the front-runners to sign him later this year.

However, they are not alone in the pursuit with Real Madrid and Chelsea also monitoring him closely.

Sesko has a gentleman’s agreement to leave for £58 million, but Leipzig are hoping for a bidding war to secure as much as £83m.

Arsenal must secure Sesko’s services ahead of the competition

The Gunners were keen on signing Sesko last summer, but he was reluctant to leave Leipzig.

The Slovenian had second thoughts over a move to the Emirates Stadium, considering the excellent form of Kai Havertz during the back end of the previous campaign.

Sesko ended up penning a new long-term deal, but he is anticipated to leave Leipzig this summer.

The 21-year-old would be a perfect acquisition for the Gunners. He has the same number of goals as Havertz for the season (15), but he is more efficient.

Sesko would be an upgrade with his better finishing skills. He also likes to press his opponents throughout the game.

Regardless of the price tag, the Gunners must swoop for Sesko, having pursued him in the last two transfer windows.

Stats from Transfermarkt.com & Sofascore.com.