This is likely to be a major blow to Manchester United. British media ``BBC'' reported that 23-year-old Slovenian national team forward Benjamin Šeško will be forced to leave the club until January next year. Šeško was due to join Manchester United on a permanent transfer in the summer of 2025, but his current injury situation has put those plans in jeopardy.
Šeško has played in 38 games in all competitions between 2023 and 2025, scoring 14 goals and providing one assist. Although he has appeared in six games this season, he has been absent from the squad since playing in the third round of the EFL Cup (Carabao Cup) against Brighton on September 16th. The BBC revealed that the cause of the injury was not stress periostitis of the tibia, as initially feared, but a recurrence of the injury caused by contusion. He suffered a similar injury at the end of last season, and it recurred against Liverpool in May. He missed the last three games and also sat out this summer's preseason game.
Man U can use FW Mateusz Cunha, FW Brian Mbeumo, and FW Joshua Szakczy as center forwards in preparation for Šeško's departure, but Šeško's contribution as a traditional large striker is immeasurable. The team needs to consider future tactical adjustments and reinforcements.
At present, the timing of Šeshko's return has not been determined, and the most realistic prospect is for him to be out until January next year. The club is said to be prioritizing his recovery from the injury, while also considering options in the transfer market if necessary. Attention will be focused on whether he will be able to participate in future matches and the club's reinforcement plans.