Sky Germany’s Philipp Hinze reports that RB Leipzig are preparing for the departure of Benjamin Sesko by intensifying their efforts to sign a replacement. Hinze notes that Leipzig have reached a

RB Leipzig have rejected Newcastle United’s €80million offer for striker Benjamin Sesko, dealing a significant blow to the club’s striker succession plans amid continued uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak and his more-than-likely sale to Liverpool.

NEWCASTLE are set to fail in their club-record £70million bid for Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko – but will return with an improved offer. Toon are offering £65.5m up front plus £4.3m in