Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have been dealt a significant blow as their primary transfer target, Benjamin Sesko, has decided to stay with his current club, RB Leipzig. The Slovenian striker is set to sign a long-term contract with the German side, effectively ending speculation about a move to North London.
The 21-year-old Sesko, who has been in scintillating form, scoring 18 goals across all competitions last season, was highly sought after by both Premier League giants. His impressive performance, especially scoring in the last seven games of the season, had made him a top target for Arsenal as they seek a prolific goal scorer to boost their title ambitions next season.
With Sesko committing to RB Leipzig, Arsenal may need to explore alternative options. One potential candidate is Joshua Zirkzee, who netted 11 goals in Serie A last season, making him the highest-scoring player under 23 in the league. However, Arsenal faces competition from AC Milan, who are reportedly in talks with Zirkzee’s representatives.
Sesko’s new contract comes just in time for Euro 2024, where Slovenia will compete in the group stages against Denmark, Serbia, and England. This development ensures that Sesko will continue to develop his skills in the Bundesliga, leaving Arsenal and Tottenham to reconsider their transfer strategies.
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