This article was originally published on www.si.com as Benjamin Sesko: Newcastle Hand Transfer ‘Deadline’ to Man Utd Target. Newcastle United have warned RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Šeško that they want a final decision on his interest in joining the club in the coming hours, a report has revealed.

Manchester United and Newcastle United have both been pursuing Benjamin Sesko, but one move that could have thwarted a transfer is now understood to be off the cards

Newcastle United want to learn Benjamin Sesko's preferred summer transfer within the next 24 hours after holding fresh talks on Sunday, according to reports. The RB Leipzig striker is set to decide whether he wants to join Newcastle or Premier League rivals Manchester United after becoming both clubs' priority target.