Man Utd’s Sesko set to be out until new year with shin injury

Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko is expected to be sidelined until the new year because of a shin injury, with the update emerging on Wednesday evening.

James Ducker brought word of it, reporting that the ongoing issue will keep the forward out for the remainder of 2026.

If borne out, the lay-off would rule Sesko out of United’s remaining matches this calendar year and leave the club without one of its striking options through a traditionally congested period.

The reporting does not specify a firmer return date beyond the turn of the year or set out any treatment plan, and recovery timelines for shin problems can depend on how symptoms settle.

This is a media report rather than an official club announcement, so confirmation and further detail could follow if United issue their own update.

The wording points to a timescale that would take in November and December, indicating Sesko may not be available again until January at the earliest, subject to progress in rehabilitation.

Described as ongoing, the issue suggests a problem that has not fully settled, which can lead medical staff to prioritise rest to avoid aggravation and setbacks during recovery.

In the meantime, United are likely to lean on alternative options at centre forward and across the front line while Sesko completes his rehabilitation and targets a return around the turn of the year.