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Carrick confirms Sesko out for 'a longer period of time' with shin injury

The Manchester United manager spoke publicly for the first time about the striker's absence, which stretches back to September.

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A Manchester United player grimacing in pain during a match
A Manchester United player grimacing in pain during a match · Photo: Daily Mail

Manager Michael Carrick has confirmed that Benjamin Šeško will be sidelined for an extended period due to a shin injury. "Unfortunately, Ben looks like he's going to be out for a period of time," Carrick said, adding that the club is "still not clear of exactly how long, but it's going to be for a longer period of time." BBC Sport and The Athletic had earlier reported the lay-off would last until at least January.

The 23-year-old Slovenian has not featured since September and requires a period of rest to ensure a full recovery. He had made four appearances in all competitions this season, scoring once, before the injury ended his involvement.

Sesko's absence deepens the problems facing Carrick, whose own position is under scrutiny. According to Mundo Deportivo, United sit fifth from bottom in the Premier League, one point above the relegation zone.

FootVal values Šeško at €77m, marginally above his Transfermarkt market value of €75m. He joined United on a contract running until June 2030.

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This article is based on reports by:

  • BBC Sport — Sesko ruled out until January with shin injury
  • Record — Sesko custou 76,5 milhões, não joga desde setembro pelo Man. United e vai ficar fora até ao fim do ano
  • Mundo Deportivo — Es un no parar: otro problema para Carrick y se trata de una lesión
  • Evening Standard — Benjamin Sesko facing months out as Manchester United injury misery compounds
  • Maisfutebol — Man United continua sem goleador: Sesko só regressa em 2027
  • Laurie Whitwell (@lauriewhitwell) — 🚨 Confirmed: Benjamin Sesko out until at least January through shin injury.
  • Daily Mail — Man United dealt major blow with Benjamin Sesko set to be ruled out until January with shin injury - compounding club's decision not to sign another striker last summer
  • Mirror — Man Utd hit with major injury blow as Benjamin Sesko faces months out
  • NTV Spor — Manchester United'dan Benjamin Sesko şoku! Sakatlığıyla ilgili kötü haber geldi
  • Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) — 🚨 Michael Carrick confirms Benjamin Šeško will be out for months: “Unfortunately, Ben looks like he's going to be out for a period of time”.

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