Sky Germany’s Philipp Hinze reports that RB Leipzig are preparing for the departure of Benjamin Sesko by intensifying their efforts to sign a replacement. Hinze notes that Leipzig have reached a

RB Leipzig have rejected Newcastle United’s €80million offer for striker Benjamin Sesko, dealing a significant blow to the club’s striker succession plans amid continued uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak and his more-than-likely sale to Liverpool.

The bid is comprised of €75m up front with a further €5m in potential add-ons, and was tabled by Newcastle in the past 24 hours.