RB Leipzig took to the field yesterday without two of their biggest names. They faced Atalanta and lost 2-1. But the score wasn’t the only story. Benjamin Sesko and Xavi Simons, Leipzig’s star players, were both missing from the match.
Their absence was no accident. Both players are hot targets for top clubs, especially from England. Marcel Schäfer, the German club’s sporting director, confirmed that Sesko, the Slovenian striker, was out because of ongoing transfer talks.
The rumor mill is buzzing about Benjamin Sesko. British newspapers reported that Leipzig turned down a huge offer for him. Newcastle supposedly put down €80 million. That offer included €75 million upfront and another €5 million in bonuses. Manchester United also has their eyes on Sesko.
Then there’s Xavi Simons, the talented Dutch player. He’s reportedly pressing Leipzig to let him go. Simons wants to make a deal with Chelsea. That potential move for Simons could fetch as much as €70 million.
It’s a tough spot for RB Leipzig. They are trying to hold onto their best players. But big English clubs are circling with massive offers. The pressure is on for the German side to navigate these high-stakes negotiations.
