British media: Newcastle may lose the battle for Sesco, with alternatives including Visa and Jackson

 8:22am, 6 August 2025

British media Teamtalk reported that Newcastle may lose the battle for Sesco, and they intend to promote the introduction of Brentford striker Visa again.

Newcastle has been actively looking for a suitable replacement as Liverpool is determined to sign Isaac before the summer window is closed, and Sesco was originally Newcastle's number one target, but the Leipzig striker is currently more likely to switch to Manchester United. Manchester United is advancing Sesco's signing, with multiple sources saying players tend to join Old Trafford, and the confidence within United is growing in the process of choosing Sesco over Newcastle. It is reported that the striker is keen to work with Amorin at Manchester United.

Newcastle knew that it was possible to lose to Manchester United in the battle for Sesco, so he did not pin all his hopes on this deal. Brentford forward Visa is the main alternative for Newcastle. Sources revealed that Visa's agent is currently communicating with Newcastle. Brentford's valuation for Visa is £50 million, and Visa himself also hopes to transfer to Newcastle.

At the same time, Newcastle also negotiated with Chelsea on Jackson's transfer. Sources said Newcastle coach Eddie Howe plans to use a double striker tactic next season and hopes to sign Sesco and Jackson at the same time. Chelsea's asking price for Jackson is £60 million, and Manchester United is also interested in the player.