Arsenal has reached an agreement with Benjamin Šeško, a top striker from RB Leipzig. This is a big deal for the Gunners as they strengthen their team for the upcoming 2025/26 Premier League season, according to reports from The Athletic.
The North London club has told Leipzig that they will meet their asking price. Now, the focus is on agreeing on a transfer fee, which is said to be around €65 million, for the 22-year-old striker from Slovenia.
This move shows that Arsenal wants to improve their attack. They are getting ready for a tough match against Manchester United at Old Trafford to start the new season.
Šeško scored 18 goals in 31 Bundesliga games last season and has been a key target for Arsenal since January. Manager Mikel Arteta is looking for a versatile forward to support players like Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus.
Standing at 6’4″, Šeško is known for his speed, ability in the air, and great finishing. He turned down interest from Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, and Bayern Munich because he prefers Arsenal’s project.
“Šeško’s team has agreed to the terms, and he’s excited to join Arsenal,” a post on X said, showing that fans are thrilled about this signing. Although Leipzig does not want to lose their star player, they are open to negotiations since Šeško’s contract lasts until 2028.
This transfer comes as Arsenal tries to build on their second-place finish in the 2024/25 Premier League season, where they almost won the title.
Arteta’s team has also signed Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna and is close to getting Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad, showing they are very active in the transfer market.
Šeško’s arrival could help Arsenal solve their occasional scoring problems, and fans on X are excited, saying he could help them win the title.
The Premier League schedule has set up an exciting start for Arsenal, who will play against Manchester United at Old Trafford on August 9, 2025.
Last time they played at Old Trafford, Arsenal won 2-1 and will try to take advantage of United’s changes under new manager Ruben Amorim.
Fans are already talking about how “Šeško scoring on his debut at Old Trafford would be amazing.”
As Arsenal works out Šeško’s transfer, they are focused on bringing him into the team before the difficult opening match.
With the transfer window closing on August 29, Arteta’s squad is coming together, making Arsenal strong contenders for the 2025/26 Premier League title.
