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Benjamin Sesko: Man Utd striker ruled out until January with shin injury

Sesko ruled out until January with shin injury By Simon Stone , Chief football news reporter and Elizabeth Botcherby , BBC Sport journalist Published 20 minutes ago Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko is expected to be out until at least…

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 7:57 PM
Benjamin Sesko: Man Utd striker ruled out until January with shin injury
Key Things to Know
  • Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko is expected to be out until at least January with a shin injury.
  • Sesko has not played for Manchester United since being substituted against Brighton on September 16.
  • The 23-year-old forward will miss key upcoming fixtures against Liverpool, Arsenal, and three Champions League games.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko is expected to be sidelined until at least January due to a shin impact injury. The 23-year-old Slovenia international has not played since being substituted against Brighton in the Carabao Cup on September 16, leaving manager Michael Carrick without his only orthodox number nine.

Sesko's absence comes during a difficult stretch for United, who sit 16th in the Premier League and are winless across all competitions since September 10. The forward is set to miss key fixtures against Liverpool and Arsenal, as well as at least three Champions League matches.

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