Newcastle pushing hard to sign Benjamin Sesko

Newcastle United are pushing hard to land Benjamin Sesko ahead of Manchester United, according to Daily Mail.

The Magpies are expected to land a new striker this summer with Alexander Isak determined to join Liverpool before the transfer deadline.

Sesko has been identified as the prime target and reports now claim that they are on the verge of landing his signature from RB Leipzig.

United have also expressed keen interest in the highly-rated marksman, but the Magpies have gained an advantage in the last few hours.

The news is a huge setback for the Red Devils, who have already missed out on landing three of their primary striker targets this summer.

They were initially keen on signing Liam Delap before his move to Chelsea. The club also missed out on Hugo Ekitike, who joined Liverpool.

The Red Devils made a late approach with Sporting CP for Viktor Gyokeres, but the Sweden star was determined to join rivals Arsenal.