BENJAMIN SESKO NEWS

Converts penalty Sesko scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Holstein Kiel.

Impact Sesko converted a second half penalty to level the match as RB Leipzig salvaged points in a 1-1 draw versus Holstein Kiel. The goal was the forward's 12th of the Bundesliga campaign and 17th goal contribution overall, surpassing his previous career best of 16 goal contributions in a single Bundesliga campaign. Over his last five appearances (four starts), Sesko has attempted 14 shots but managed just three on goal.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Saturday's win Sesko scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Hoffenheim.

Impact Sesko scored in Saturday's win, a header in the 24th minute assisted by David Raum. It marked his 11th goal of the season and his first since Feb. 23. He finished the match with three shots and he also made one clearance and won eight duels in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig turns to former assistant Zsolt Löw to save its season

Leipzig is betting on Thomas Tuchel’s former assistant Zsolt Löw to save its season

MARCH 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Arsenal and Manchester United told to pay €70 million to sign PSG target - Reports Arsenal and Manchester United have learnt the price tag in their pursuit of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko.

MARCH 23 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Provides assist Sesko assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Sesko got on the scoresheet alongside Lois Openda when he set up a goal and created a pair of chances. The pair have been one of the top attacking pairs in the Bundesliga and with Xavi Simons behind them they have troubled every defense in the division. Sesko will continue to improve as the team behind him and Openda returns to fitness.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in draw Sesko registered four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against SC Freiburg.

Impact Sesko wasn't able to find the back of the net despite producing plenty of volume during Saturday's draw. The forward was solid throughout the match and just couldn't get past the Freiburg defense. Sesko and Lois Openda were frustrated Saturday, but the amount of chances they have means they should be back to scoring sooner rather than later.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Liverpool could hand Arsenal major transfer blow in quest to sign top attacking target: Reports Liverpool have reportedly joined the race to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, also wanted by the likes of Arsenal and Manchester Unit...

MARCH 8 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Scores, assists in draw Sesko scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and three chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Sesko was involved in both goals Sunday, putting him at 10 goals and four assists for the season. He's managed to score and assisted twice in the last five games played, totaling 10 shots (five on target) and five chances created in that span.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal have two front runners as they eye move for strikers in the summer - Reports Arsenal have reportedly identified Benjamin Sesko and Alexander Isak among their top targets for the summer transfer window.

FEBRUARY 15 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Barcelona Transfer News Roundup: Catalans suffer Benjamin Sesko blow, club face Leroy Sane competition, and more - February 13, 2025 Barcelona are preparing for their upcoming LaLiga tie against Rayo Vallecano on Monday, February 17, at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys.

FEBRUARY 13 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Scores and assists Sesko scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 victory against FC St. Pauli.

Impact Sesko scored and provided one assist during Sunday's rout of St. Pauli. It was always going to be one of the more favorable matches on the calendar and it proved to be exactly that. Sesko was excellent throughout the match, combining particularly well with Xavi Simons.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet against Leverkusen Sesko took one shot (on goal) during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Leverkusen.

Impact Sesko was held off the scoresheet during a quiet outing against Leverkusen on Saturday. The match broke a streak of five matches in all competitions with a goal as the forward has been in torrid form over the last month plus of action.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Goal streak continues Sesko scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Sporting CP.

Impact Sesko opened the scoring Wednesday in RB Leipzig's 2-1 victory over Sporting CP, knocking home a cross from close range for his fourth goal of the competition. Over his last five appearances (five starts) across all competitions, the striker has attempted 12 shots (eight on goal) and scored once in each fixture.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

RB Leipzig send Arsenal five-word message about Benjamin Sesko after Gunners make bid for £70m-rated striker | Goal.com US Marco Rose has confirmed RB Leipzig's stance on selling Benjamin Sesko this January amid reports of Arsenal making an opening bid for the st...

JANUARY 23 • GOAL.COM

Back from ban Sesko is no longer banned and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Sesko has ended his suspension after a red card last outing, seeing two yellow cards in the match. He is now an option for Saturday's match against Leverkusen. He will hope to see the start immediately following his suspension, as he has started in all but two games he has been fit for this season.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

'I never talked with Arsenal!' - Benjamin Sesko's agent hits back at reports of loan agreement with Gunners as striker commits to RB Leipzig for rest of season | Goal.com US Benjamin Sesko's agent insisted that he "never talked with Arsenal" and refuted reports of a loan agreement with the Gunners.

JANUARY 17 • GOAL.COM

Sent off Wednesday Sesko was sent off during Wednesday's trip to Stuttgart for a pair of yellow cards.

Impact Sesko was shown a second yellow card during the second half of Wednesday's trip. The forward will now miss one match with the suspension. Sesko's first chance to return will be a Jan. 25 clash with Leverkusen, and he will be eligible to play in upcoming Champions League matches.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scores again Sesko scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-2 victory over Werder Bremen.

Impact Sesko has now scored in four consecutive league games and is up to 10 shots and six shots on target in that span. He has also accounted for a chance created in three straight games, while his 28 completed passes in the match mark a new season high.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Nets early Sesko scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 5-1 loss against Bayern Munich.

Impact Sesko scored the equalizer in the second minute and was completely played out of the game for the rest of the match. The striker earning a goal is certainly nice, but it does little to paper over a dreadful result. Sesko and Lois Openda will remain one of the best strike pairings in Europe after the break.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets against Frankfurt Sesko scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Sesko scored and created a chance in a solid all-around showing during Sunday's win. The striker got on the scoresheet alongside his strike partner Lois Openda, as they both found plenty of room behind the Frankfurt backline. Sesko has played his way into the starting XI consistently in 2024, and should head into the Christmas break with a starting role.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in 2-0 victory Sesko scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Holstein Kiel.

Impact Sesko buried his first goal in the last four league games. He also tied his second-highest totals of the season with three shots and two shots on target. Sesko has played no more than 70 minutes in each of his last six league outings but remains a significant presence on the attack.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Revealed: Why Benjamin Sesko was 'reluctant' to sign for Arsenal during summer 2024 transfer window as Gunners continue to monitor £55m RB Leipzig striker | Goal.com US The reasons for Benjamin Sesko’s reluctance to complete a transfer to Arsenal have been revealed, with the Gunners still tracking the RB Lei...

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Scores brace in loss Sesko scored two goals to go with five shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Juventus.

Impact Sesko continued his hot run of form Wednesday as he opened up the scoring in the 30th minute off a Lois Openda assist, then converted a penalty in the 65th minute to take a brief 2-0 lead. He has scored all three of Leipzig's Champions League goals this season. He played the full 90 minutes for the first time this season in either Serie A or the Champions League.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig forward Sesko showing off his talent with 3 goals in 2 Champions League games

Benjamin Sesko is showing in the Champions League why clubs like Arsenal, AC Milan, Chelsea and Manchester United have been pursuing him as a transfer target

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Two goals and assist secure victory Sesko scored two goals and assisted once from three shots and one chance created in Saturday's 4-0 win against FC Augsburg.

Impact Sesko scored his first two Bundesliga goals of the season, adding to his goal from the Champions League. He scored his two goals from only two shots on target. He also provided his assist from his only chance created.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE