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Tottenham’s approach to sign 23-year-old Slovenian was turned down by ‘this’ EPL giant in the summer

Tottenham had failed with a bold attempt to sign Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko during the summer transfer window.

By Rohan Sengupta · To The Lane And Back

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 9:12 PM

Key Things to Know

Manchester United rejected a summer transfer approach from Tottenham Hotspur for striker Benjamin Sesko.
The permanent transfer inquiry came as Spurs sought a dedicated central striker for manager Roberto De Zerbi.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick considers the 23-year-old Slovenian a vital part of his future plans.

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Tottenham Hotspur reportedly had a summer transfer approach for striker Benjamin Sesko rejected by Manchester United. According to a report from CaughtOffside cited by To The Lane And Back, Spurs sought a natural center-forward for manager Roberto De Zerbi, but United rebuffed the permanent inquiry as manager Michael Carrick views the 23-year-old as central to his future plans.

The writer argues Tottenham may have avoided a setback given Sesko's persistent injury struggles since arriving from RB Leipzig in 2025. The Slovenian forward suffered a recurrence of a shin injury before the international break and remains doubtful for Manchester United's upcoming match against Tottenham.

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