Benjamin Sesko transfer twist after £78m Arsenal decision as contact made over move

A further update has emerged about the future of Benjamin Sesko as Arsenal continue to be linked with the RB Leipzig striker.

The Gunnersare continuing their quest to sign a new centre forward ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign.

Mikel Arteta'sside have been linked with a host of strikers over the last 12 months, with Sesko one of the players who has been under consideration by Arsenal.

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Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokereshas also been a target for Arsenal, with the Gunners recently stepping up their efforts to bring the Sweden international to the Emirates Stadium.

As a result, Arsenal stepping up their interest in Gyokeres has led to a move for Sesko being less likely to happen.

TeamTalk have reported that Arsenal decided to back out of a deal to sign Sesko after being quoted an asking price for a transfer fee worth €90 million (£78million).

As a result, it has been reported that Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Hilal are now showing an interest in signing Sesko, having already made an approach to Leipzig over a deal for the Slovenia international.

Until the Gunners complete a deal for Gyokeres, there is still likely to be speculation that a move for Sesko may be possible this summer.

However, the report does claim that Arsenal have "distanced themselves" from a deal to sign Sesko.

It remains to be seen where Sesko will be playing his football next season, with the rumours that a move to Arsenal is on the cards still doing the rounds.

Arsenal have until September 1 to complete their transfer business for the summer.

The Gunners have made three new signings with Kepa Arrizabalaga, Martin Zubimendi and Christian Norgaard, while a deal for Chelsea star Noni Madueke is close to being completed.