Real Madrid, Barcelona 'to battle for Red Bull Salzburg teenager'

Real Madrid and Barcelona are reportedly preparing to go head-to-head for the signature of Red Bull Salzburg teenager Benjamin Sesko.

The 18-year-old has been in impressive form for his Austrian club during the 2021-22 campaign, scoring seven times and contributing three assists in 21 appearances in all competitions.

Sesko has a contract with Salzburg until June 2026, but according to El Nacional, an offer in the region of €25m (£21.3m) is likely to be considered by the Red Bulls.

The report claims that both Real Madrid and Barcelona are keen on the teenager, who scored his first goal for Slovenia against Malta in October.

Sesko has also featured on four occasions in the group stage of this season's Champions League, while he has managed three goals in 13 league outings.

Manchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal have all previously been credited with an interest in the youngster.