Newcastle eye Hojlund as Sesko exit looms

Newcastle United weigh Rasmus Hojlund as a potential striker signing this summer after losing the race for Benjamin Sesko.

Newcastle set sights on Hojlund after Sesko pursuit ends

Newcastle United are reported to be monitoring Rasmus Hojlund as a possible striker signing this summer after the club failed to land Benjamin Sesko. Manchester United have been active in the market, signing Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo and then sealing Sesko, moves that shift the balance of power in attacking recruitment.

AC Milan, Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig and Newcastle are all credited with an interest in Hojlund. Milan are seen as leaders for the Dane, with United’s deal making the youngster a hot commodity across Europe. The player is said to be open to a move that offers guaranteed minutes, and United appear prepared to listen to loan options if a long-term plan cannot be secured.

Two big clubs are shaping a market where money runs ahead of certainty. United can still claim a bold summer, yet the Sesko decision exposes a gap in Newcastle’s plan and a risk of overpaying for targets that may not fit immediately. The transfer race among top clubs underscores how much timing and context matter in a player’s path to regular football.

Hojlund’s case also highlights the push and pull for young forwards. A loan spell could be the right bridge to confidence and minutes, but it comes with the risk of stalling development if the next step is unclear. The summer market may determine not just a season but a player’s career trajectory and market value for years to come.

Highlights

The pace of the market means next week could rewrite the drama around the striker market.