Hello! The transfer window shows no signs of slowing down with the Championship set to begin this Friday, bringing a host of new faces. I’m here to provide midweek updates as European clubs finalize their preparations for the new season.

📺 Upcoming Matches

Wednesday, Aug. 6

• Leagues Cup: Orlando City vs. Necaxa, 7 p.m. ➡️ MLS Season Pass
• USL Championship: Monterrey Bay vs. FC Tulsa, 10 p.m. ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network

Thursday, Aug. 7

• League One: Port Vale vs. Cardiff City, 3 p.m. ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network
• Leagues Cup: Monterrey vs. Charlotte FC, 7:30 p.m. ➡️ FS1

⚽ Transfer News: Benjamin Sesko

Benjamin Sesko has become a coveted forward in Europe, with Manchester United and Newcastle United both showing a strong interest in securing his transfer from RB Leipzig. Reports suggest Newcastle opened the bidding at approximately $87 million, which Leipzig initially declined. Subsequently, United matched this fee but included an additional $12 million in add-ons.

Leipzig has now accepted Newcastle’s improved bid of $96 million plus $3 million in add-ons, however, Sesko is reportedly leaning towards a transfer to Manchester United, envisioning himself as the central figure in United’s offensive rebuild under manager Ruben Amorim.

The upcoming Championship season kicks off this Friday at St Andrew’s, featuring a promotion battle between Birmingham City and Ipswich Town.

Benjamin Sesko Transfer Credit: Getty Images

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