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Manchester United Assess Benjamin Sesko Injury as Ruben Amorim Awaits Clarity

Manchester United departed north London with resilience in their stride but uncertainty over the fitness of Benjamin Sesko. The Slovenian forward’s withdrawal in the second half, followed by a direct walk down the tunnel, left Ruben Amorim weighing up the implications for a squad already stretched by absences. With matches against Everton and Crystal Palace fast approaching, concerns around Sesko could shape United’s immediate trajectory.

Sesko Injury Overshadows Hard Fought Draw

Benjamin Sesko began the match on the bench as Amorim continued his recent tactical preference of playing without a recognised forward, a structure that delivered reward at Anfield last month. Introduced shortly before the hour mark, Sesko almost delivered the decisive moment. Mason Mount’s clever reverse pass created the opening and Sesko broke clear, only for Micky van de Ven to intervene with a precisely timed recovery challenge.

That intervention not only denied United a potential winner, it marked Sesko’s last contribution. Moments later he signalled discomfort and headed straight down the tunnel, appearing to hold his knee. With all substitutions already made, Manchester United finished the match with ten men. Amorim did not disguise the extent of his concern. When questioned post match about Sesko and Harry Maguire, who also suffered a suspected hamstring issue, he said, “I don’t know, I have to check. My biggest concern is with Ben.” He continued by adding, “For me, they are all the same but we need to understand what happened.”

Asked whether Sesko could face a prolonged absence, Amorim offered little reassurance. “He has something in his knee, so let’s see. We think he has a problem,” he said. He later added, “It is the knee and we never know. I think that [Sesko form] is not the biggest concern now. I am more concerned with an injury because it is in the knee and I do not know [how serious it is].”

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United’s Depth Tested Again

The injury was compounded by other enforced omissions. Kobbie Mainoo missed the Tottenham match with a knock, while Lisandro Martinez was absent from the squad despite returning to training. The accumulation of issues provides an unwelcome backdrop for Manchester United, particularly at a stage when momentum has quietly gathered. The team extended their unbeaten run to five matches, a sequence strengthened by Matthijs de Ligt’s towering 91st minute equaliser after Mathys Tel had put Tottenham in front late on. The character of the performance will please Amorim but the physical toll will trouble him more.

Tactical Questions Ahead of Everton

Without clarity regarding Sesko’s knee issue, Amorim must consider alternatives for the upcoming fixture against Everton at Old Trafford. The tactical approach used against both Liverpool and Tottenham, involving flexible movement across the front line without a fixed striker, may again be required. A fully fit Sesko offers the ability to stretch defences, hold the ball under pressure and press intelligently from the front. If unavailable, United will need to adjust both structure and tempo.

Ruben Amorim Balances Progress with Concern

Amorim has stabilised Manchester United in recent weeks with a blend of controlled possession and sharper transitions. However, progress relies on availability and the manager’s subdued tone in his post match comments reflects an awareness of how finely balanced the squad remains. Sesko’s injury will now be assessed in detail, and until confirmation arrives, preparation for the next stage of the season carries an unavoidable note of caution.

Manchester United will hope their emerging rhythm is not disrupted by the loss of a player whose influence has steadily grown. The coming days will define both Sesko’s short term fate and United’s attacking options as critical fixtures approach.