While there is no doubt United are looking at the prospect of signing Sesko based on his potential, he does have an impressive record for a player of his age. Although he is two years older than Hojlund was when he joined United, the Leipzig striker's record is a lot more attractive.

United are in contact with RB Leipzig after deciding to prioritise a move for the striker above Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins

Ruben Amorim gave a cautious response and chose to praise Rasmus Hojlund when asked about the possibility of Manchester United signing Benjamin Sesko. The United boss was in a buoyant mood as he addressed the media having justwatched his new-look side canter to an impressive 4-1 win over Bournemouth in Chicago.