NEW YORK — There was bedlam at the U.S. Open Sunday night, when Daniil Medvedev’s 6-3, 7-5, 6-7(5), 0-6, 6-4 defeat to Benjamin Bonzi was delayed for six minutes after a photographer prematurely entered the court. France’s Bonzi was up match point against former world No. 1 and U.S. Open champion Medvedev on Louis Armstrong Stadium, leading 6-3, 7-5, 5-4, …
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As recently as a few weeks ago, some influential figures at Manchester United still felt signing Benjamin Sesko this summer was not especially plausible. RB Leipzig’s asking price was high, potentially too high for a player with a modest scoring record in the Bundesliga. You might say the feeling was mutual. While in talks with Arsenal, some familiar with the …
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Manchester United have reached an agreement in principle with RB Leipzig for the signing of striker Benjamin Sesko. A deal worth €76.5million (£66.4m; $89.1m) and €8.5m in add-ons is in place, with Sesko given permission to travel for medical tests ahead of the proposed move. As part of the agreement, the clubs will meet in a friendly in future at …
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Manchester United have agreed a deal worth £73.7m (85m euros) with Red Bull Leipzig to sign Benjamin Sesko. The agreement includes a guaranteed payment of £66.3m (76.5m euros) with the remainder in add-ons. Sesko will now complete the formalities, including undergoing a medical on Friday, before finalising his move to Old Trafford. The 22-year-old Slovenia forward, who was also wanted …
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Manchester United fans have a favoured refrain, often given prominence during leaner times, one that ends with the view they’re “never ignored”. It is a maxim proving true this summer. On the back of their worst domestic showing in half a century, with no European football on the horizon, staff numbers being scythed and, just five months ago, an owner …
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There is a transfer battle going on between Newcastle United and Manchester United for Benjamin Sesko, and the player has been told which club to sign for. Both clubs remain in the market for a new number nine, with Liverpool expected to sign Alexander Isak from the Magpies and Manchester United still searching for an out-and-out centre-forward. Newcastle United made …
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Manchester United and Newcastle United have made substantial offers to RB Leipzig for striker Benjamin Sesko. Newcastle’s first bid of €75million (£65.5m; $86.9m) plus €5m in potential add-ons was deemed insufficient but they increased their offer on Monday night to at least €80m. Then, on Tuesday, Manchester United proposed a deal worth €75m plus another €10m in achievable extras. Leipzig …
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Sesko has 39 goals in 87 appearances for RB Leipzig and, at 6ft 5in, he would also bring a significant physical presence to the Old Trafford club’s front line. United sources have previously outlined how it is possible for them to reach an agreement on Sesko even though Sir Jim Ratcliffe said earlier this year there was the potential for …
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The live-action “Legend of Zelda” movie has found its stars. Legendary game designer Shigeru Miyamoto, who’s an executive producer on the film, announced Wednesday on X that Bo Bragason will portray Princess Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth will play Link in Nintendo and Sony’s film. Miyamoto created the hit video game series with Takashi Tezuka. This is Miyamoto. I am …
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Steven McIntosh Entertainment reporter Getty Images Benjamin Evan Ainsworth starred in 2022’s Pinocchio, while Bo Bragason is well known for Renegade Nell The new film adaptation of the Legend of Zelda video game series will see two young British actors take on the leading roles, Nintendo has announced. Renegade Nell star Bo Bragason, 21, has been cast as Princess Zelda, …
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