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Sesko ruled out until January with shin injury

Sesko ruled out until January with shin injury

Summary

Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko is expected to miss games until at least January because of a shin impact injury. He has not played since being substituted against Brighton on 16 September, and his absence leaves manager Michael Carrick without his only orthodox centre-forward.

Key Facts

  • Sesko is 23 and represents Slovenia internationally.
  • The injury is described by sources as an impact injury, not shin splints.
  • Sesko missed pre-season and the final three Premier League matches last season because of shin problems.
  • Since joining Manchester United from RB Leipzig in August 2025 for £73.7m, he has made 38 appearances, scoring 14 goals and providing one assist.
  • He scored 11 Premier League goals last season, sharing United’s top-scorer spot with Bryan Mbeumo.
  • Sesko has scored twice this season, against Everton and Sabah FK.
  • His absence is expected to include Premier League games against Liverpool and Arsenal and at least three Champions League matches.
  • Manchester United are 16th in the league and have not won in any competition since 10 September, according to the article.
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