Manchester United have been dealt a significant injury blow as striker Benjamin Sesko missed first-team training ahead of Monday night's Premier League clash against Everton.
Training Absences Raise Concerns
The Slovenian international was forced off during United's 2-2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur before the international break, heading straight down the tunnel after picking up the knock. Manager Ruben Amorim now faces a selection headache with three key players missing from Friday's session.
Alongside Sesko, both Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo were notable absentees from the training ground. Their absence compounds United's selection problems as they prepare for the trip to Goodison Park.
Potential Replacements and System Changes
Since making his full debut for the Red Devils, Sesko has been central to Amorim's plans, either starting matches or forcing the team to adopt a strikerless system against opponents like Liverpool and Tottenham.
If Sesko remains unavailable, Joshua Zirkzee represents one option, though the Dutch forward has managed just 90 minutes across five appearances this season. Alternatively, United could deploy the same system used against Spurs, with Matheus Cunha operating as a false nine supported by Amad and Bryan Mbeumo.
Mason Mount also presents a compelling case for recall after making a strong impact from the bench against Tottenham, where he created two clear chances for Sesko before the striker's injury.
Manager's Transfer Market Hint
Amorim previously suggested he might need to enter the transfer market if Sesko's injury proves long-term, though the severity remains unclear. The United manager is expected to provide a definitive update during his pre-Everton press conference.
The growing injury list presents early challenges for Amorim's tenure, testing the squad's depth as United seek consistency in their Premier League campaign.
