Manchester United Hit by Sesko Injury Blow
Manchester United have been dealt a significant early-season blow with the news that summer signing Benjamin Sesko is set for a spell on the sidelines. The striker sustained a knee injury during the 2-2 draw against Tottenham earlier this month and is expected to be out of action for approximately three weeks.
Fixture Absences and Squad Concerns
This timeline means the Slovenian international will miss crucial upcoming Premier League fixtures against Everton, Crystal Palace, and West Ham. The club is tentatively hoping for his return around the time of their match against Wolverhampton Wanderers next month.
Manager Ruben Amorim now faces a deepening concern over his attacking options. The situation is exacerbated by the impending departure of Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo, and Noussair Mazraoui for the Africa Cup of Nations. The tournament could see the trio absent for up to six weeks, creating a potential crisis in forward positions for the busy December schedule.
Defensive Updates and International Negotiations
In an effort to mitigate the impact, the club is reportedly attempting to negotiate with the players' respective national federations to delay their departure for the tournament. Elsewhere in the squad, defender Harry Maguire is confirmed to be unavailable for Monday's clash with Everton. There is, however, more positive news regarding Lisandro Martinez, who is said to be nearing a return to play following a long-term injury.
