Tottenham Hotspur reportedly had an approach for Benjamin Sesko swiftly rebuffed by Manchester United in the summer.
According to reports relayed by CaughtOffside, the Red Devils made it clear their centre-forward was off-limits after only one season at the club.
Why Barcelona have set their sights on Sesko
Now, Barcelona have established their interest in prising the Slovenian from United’s grasp.
They bid farewell to Robert Lewandowski at the end of 2025/2026 before facilitating the departure of Ferran Torres in the transfer window. After failing in their attempts to sign Julian Alvarez from rivals Atletico Madrid, they settled on the addition of Gabriel Jesus, 29, from Arsenal.
Alas, Hansi Flick wants more depth in the No.9 role, and Sesko has caught the eye of some of the key decision-makers at the Camp Nou.
United are said to value the 23-year-old in the region of £64 million, having shelled out an initial £66.3m to sign him from RB Leipzig in August 2025.
However, that does not mean that they consider him available, as he is viewed as an integral part of Michael Carrick’s long-term plans in M16.
How Sesko is faring as of late
It remains to be seen if Sesko will be fit to face one of his suitors, Tottenham, when they travel to Old Trafford this weekend.
He was ruled out of the clash with Fulham just before the international break, and consequently missed out on representing his nation over the last two-and-a-half weeks.
The attacker stayed at Carrington so that his condition could be assessed, with his problem believed to be a reaggravation of the shin injury that ended his maiden term prematurely.
Prior to his setback, Sesko had returned two goals in six appearances and 206 minutes of action.