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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Benjamin Sesko has revealed why he rejected moves to Arsenal and Newcastle United to join their Premier League rivals, Manchester United.<\/p>\n

A deal for the 22-year-old was officially confirmed as a new United player on Saturday.<\/p>\n

Sesko was heavily linked with Arsenal at the start of the summer and believed to be Mikel Arteta\u2019a first choice striker.<\/p>\n

However, a move fell through. With the Slovenian expected to remain with the Bundesliga side, Newcastle tried to bring him to St James Park.<\/p>\n

Sesko, who will signed a contract until June 2030, has now spoken about United\u2019s project and ambitions.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe history of Manchester United is obviously very special but what really excites me is the future,\u201d Sesko said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen we discussed the project, it was clear that everything is in place for this team to continue to grow and compete for the biggest trophies again soon.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sesko could be unveiled by the Red Devils ahead of their pre-season friendly against Fiorentina on Saturday.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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