Arsenal have agreed personal terms with RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, according to a bombshell report.
The Slovenia international has been on the Gunners’ radar for over a year and they are now locked in negotiations with Leipzig as they look to agree a deal for the 22-year-old.
The north London giants are expected to sign either Gyokeres or Sesko during the upcoming summer transfer, amid Mikel Arteta’s pursuit of a new number nine, and they have now agreed personal terms with the latter, according to a report from Arsenal insider Team News and Ticks.
Benjamin Sesko to join Arsenal?
Sky Germany have also revealed that Arsenal are locked in discussions with Leipzig over a move for Sesko.
The Bundesliga club are reportedly open to a number of different payment structures for the Slovenia star, although Sesko’s potential transfer fee will exceed his €80 million release clause if Arsenal decide against a one-off payment.
Meanwhile, Sesko recently revealed that he will prioritise joining a club who will focus on his development if he leaves Leipzig this summer.
Speaking to German outlet Sport1, Sesko admitted: “The club has given me a lot and continues to give me a lot every day. It’s a great club to develop at.
“[I want to] play for a club that suits me, that brings out the best in me. That’s the most important thing for me.
“I’m currently a player for RB Leipzig, so I’m taking it day by day. If a transfer happens, and if it doesn’t, then it doesn’t.”
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