Manchester United have no interest in parting ways with Benjamin Sesko this summer, despite interest from Spain and enquiries from intermediaries acting on behalf of both Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, TEAMtalk understands.<\/p>\n
The Slovenia international endured a mixed start to life at Old Trafford following his \u00a370million-plus arrival last summer, but sources inside the club insist there is no scenario currently being considered that would see him leave.<\/p>\n
Sesko<\/a> took time to settle during the opening months of the campaign, with opportunities limited and consistency proving difficult to find.<\/p>\n However, the appointment of Michael Carrick proved a turning point.<\/p>\n The former Man Utd<\/a> midfielder quickly placed his faith in Sesko, and the striker responded with a string of impressive performances during the second half of the season.<\/p>\n While he finished the campaign with 11 Premier League goals, that figure only tells part of the story.<\/p>\n No player scored more Premier League goals than Sesko during the second half of the 2026 season, underlining just how influential he became as Man Utd\u2019s campaign gathered momentum. Remarkably, those numbers came despite the fact he started only 17 league matches.<\/p>\n READ NEXT \u2013 Man Utd thundering towards \u00a380m midfielder deal to stun Tottenham as crucial \u2018agreement\u2019 struck \u2013 report<\/a><\/p>\n Barcelona, Atletico make \u2018contact\u2019 over Sesko deal<\/p>\n Sesko\u2019s form has not gone unnoticed elsewhere.<\/p>\n Sources have confirmed to us that intermediaries have made contact regarding Sesko\u2019s situation, with Barcelona<\/a> and Atletico Madrid both informed of the player\u2019s circumstances should there ever be an opportunity to pursue a deal.<\/p>\n TEAMtalk understands that interest from both Spanish giants is closely linked to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Julian Alvarez\u2019s<\/a> future.<\/p>\n Barcelona continue to view Alvarez as their dream signing, but with Atletico Madrid determined to retain the Argentine and competition for his signature remaining fierce, the Catalan giants are actively assessing alternative options.<\/p>\n Sesko is among the names being studied should their pursuit of Alvarez ultimately fail.<\/p>\n Atletico\u2019s<\/a> interest is driven by a different concern.<\/p>\n Sources indicate Diego Simeone\u2019s side are already examining potential replacements in the event Alvarez leaves the Riyadh Air Metropolitano this summer.<\/p>\n Atletico are also considering moving on from Alexander Sorloth and, should Alvarez depart, the club would require at least one elite-level centre-forward. Sesko is understood to be among the strikers admired by decision-makers in the Spanish capital.<\/p>\n However, those enquiries have been met with little encouragement. We understand Man Utd\u2019s position is unequivocal: Sesko is not available.<\/p>\n Want more breaking news and transfer lines from original sources? Add TEAMtalk as a preferred source on Google <\/a>to your favourites list for news you can trust.<\/p>\n Carrick makes feelings clear on Sesko exit<\/p>\n The Red Devils remain convinced that the 23-year-old is only beginning to show his true potential and believe his best years are still ahead of him.<\/p>\n Carrick\u2019s influence is a major factor. The new permanent United boss is understood to be a huge admirer of Sesko and views him as a central figure in his long-term plans at Old Trafford and sources have also indicated the feeling is mutual.<\/p>\n