Manchester United will be without Benjamin Sesko until at least January 2027. According to The Athletic, the Slovenian forward is still recovering from a shin injury that has already sidelined him for a significant part of the season.
This is a serious setback for Michael Carrick, who is under pressure due to the team's unsatisfactory results. The absence of a central striker is limiting the coaching staff's attacking options.
Sesko did not participate in United's pre-season preparations, but he was expected to regain his fitness early in the 2026/27 season. The forward did make a brief return to the pitch, netting his only goal in a 4-0 victory over Sabah in the Champions League.
His last appearance came on September 16, when he started in the EFL Cup match against Brighton. A week later, the club announced that the player would undergo medical assessments to create a tailored recovery plan.
According to The Athletic, United are now not expecting Sesko's return until at least January. The exact timeline will depend on the progress of his recovery and the results of further assessments.
His prolonged absence complicates matters for Carrick, who desperately needs to improve the team's outcomes. However, the club has yet to provide a specific date for the player's return to training and matches.
