The summer transfer market has experienced a major earthquake, as a very close friend of the culé Dani Olmo has just taken the most important step of his career. Benjamin Sesko is leaving RB Leipzig to join Manchester United in a major transfer that exceeds €90 million. A historic deal that not only shakes up the Bundesliga, but also leaves Barcelona in a difficult position.
Sesko will be one of the main figures in the next edition of the Premier League. United has decided to make a strong bet on the Slovenian striker and make him the centerpiece of its offensive project. This is a very high-risk move that, however, could work out perfectly if the player confirms the potential he has shown in Germany and in international competitions.
Barcelona is once again left with the feeling of a missed opportunity; Sesko was one of the top candidates to replace Robert Lewandowski in the short term. His youth, goal-scoring ability, and international projection made him a perfect profile to lead the new culé era in attack. However, the sporting management chose not to take the final step and to keep betting on the Polish striker.
Barça makes a move for a number 9
The result is that now Barça sees how a top target slips away to England. Manchester United didn't hesitate, put the money on the table, and convinced the player with a multi-million euro contract and a leading role. The blaugrana club, on the other hand, couldn't even come close to those figures due to its Financial Fair Play restrictions.
Dani Olmo was Benjamin Sesko's teammate at RB Leipzig and one of his closest friends on and off the field. He thus loses his partner in attack. Both formed a fearsome duo in the Bundesliga, combining speed, precision, and the ability to create goal-scoring chances. Now their paths separate, and Sesko faces the challenge of leading the attack for one of the historic giants of English soccer.
United's blow
Manchester United's move is also a strong direct message to the rest of Europe's giant clubs: they're willing to regain their status through top-level signings. Sesko arrives to compete in a demanding league, surrounded by stars and with the pressure to bring trophies back to Old Trafford.
At Barcelona, alarms are going off, the market doesn't wait, and there are fewer and fewer top options available to strengthen the attack. The bet on Lewandowski is being kept, but the need to find a medium-term replacement is more urgent than ever. Losing Sesko due to inaction could be a mistake that the club pays dearly for.
United gains a key piece for its future, while Barça is left watching from a distance as one of its desired players arrives to fight for the Premier League. This is a hard blow in the transfer market that makes it clear that, when it comes to putting up money and making decisions, Barça is still one step behind.