Man Utd agree £74m deal for Leipzig striker Sesko

At 6ft 5in, Sesko would bring a significant physical presence to Manchester Uniteds front line

Manchester United have agreed a deal worth £73.7m (85m euros) with Red Bull Leipzig to sign Benjamin Sesko.

The agreement includes a guaranteed payment of £66.3m (76.5m euros) with the remainder in add-ons.

Sesko will now complete the formalities, including undergoing a medical, before finalising his move to Old Trafford.

The 22-year-old Slovenia forward, who was also wanted by Newcastle, has scored 39 goals in 87 appearances for German side Leipzig.

More to follow.