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Sesko's Shin Woes Halt Manchester United Star's Season
22 Sep
Summary
- Benjamin Sesko is undergoing tests to determine the extent of a recurring shin injury.
- The striker has withdrawn from the Slovenia squad for the current international break.
- Sesko's return date for Manchester United is uncertain pending further evaluation.
Manchester United's Benjamin Sesko is currently undergoing tests to assess the severity of a recurring shin injury. This issue has forced him to withdraw from the Slovenia national team during the present international break. The club stated on Monday that test results this week will guide the definition of an individual recovery plan for the 23-year-old striker.
Sesko played through this discomfort for the final two months of the previous season as Manchester United pursued Champions League qualification. He had been focused on returning in August after missing pre-season. His participation in the upcoming match against Tottenham Hotspur on October 10 is uncertain until further evaluations are completed, which will help establish a timeline for his full fitness.
Sesko joined Manchester United from RB Leipzig in the summer of 2025 for €76.5 million plus €8.5 million in add-ons. He sustained the initial injury in spring but continued playing until May. He scored 12 goals last season and has two goals so far this current campaign. He has represented Slovenia 45 times, scoring 16 goals, though his last national team appearance was in October 2025 due to injuries.
