Carrick expects clearer Sesko injury assessment this week

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said the club expects a clearer assessment of Benjamin Sesko’s injury by the end of the week, as reports cited fears that the striker could be sidelined for up to four months. Carrick said on Tuesday that work was continuing to determine the extent of the problem. He said United hoped to have a clearer picture soon, possibly by the end of the week, but did not confirm a diagnosis or recovery schedule. The reported four-month absence, which could keep Sesko out until February, has been attributed to a report by The Sun. Manchester United have not officially confirmed that timeline. Sources close to Sesko were also reported to be more hopeful that his absence would not last until February. Sesko, 23, has been unavailable for about a month with a recurring shin problem, according to reports. He missed the end of last season with a shin injury and was absent during preseason. He has made six appearances this season and scored twice, but has missed United’s last four matches in all competitions. The Slovenian striker joined United from RB Leipzig in 2025 and scored 12 goals in 32 appearances in his first season at Old Trafford. His current...