Vincent Kompany enters his third season as Bayern Munich manager with the club actively seeking a new centre‑forward to complement Harry Kane.
Benjamin Sesko, the 23‑year‑old Slovenian who arrived at Manchester United from RB Leipzig for £74 million, recorded 11 Premier League goals and 12 in all competitions, contributing to United’s return to the Champions League.
Sesko’s debut season featured a gradual adaptation period, followed by a surge in form after a managerial change in January, before an injury curtailed his campaign.
Although United are unlikely to sell the striker this summer, Bayern have maintained interest, viewing him as a potential long‑term replacement as Kane ages and assumes a deeper role.
Bayern have already secured Ismael Saibari as a backup option and previously utilized Nicolas Jackson on loan, but the club aims to add a traditional target man for future plans.
Sesko is under a five‑year contract with United; a transfer would likely only materialise if his second season proves disappointing and the club opts to negotiate.
Recovering from a shin injury sustained against Liverpool, Sesko is training at Carrington rather than participating in United’s pre‑season friendlies.
He posted training images on July 23, indicating steady progress, and is expected to be fit for the Premier League opener and possibly the upcoming friendly against PSG.
