Manchester United and Newcastle transfer target Benjamin Sesko has not been included in RB Leipzig’s squad for Saturday’s friendly against Atalanta. The 22-year-old’s future is the subject of intense speculation with the Magpies having tabled a bid amid reports he has taken the decision to move to St James’ Park.

Newcastle United have reportedly tabled a formal bid for Benjamin Sesko as they seek to beat Manchester United to the RB Leipzig striker. The two clubs have been heavily linked with the Slovenia

Ollie Watkins also has admirers at Old Trafford but Aston Villa told United early in the window that the 29-year-old is not for sale.