Overview
- Sesko confirmed on Instagram that he withdrew from Slovenia’s Nations League squad on Friday after experiencing renewed shin pain, and Slovenia coach Bostjan Cesar called it an "atypical injury" that needs time to heal.
- Manchester United have assessed Sesko at their Carrington training base and started scans while placing him on a tailored rehabilitation programme.
- Medical experts warn the injury has a risk of recurrence and say further imaging could reveal structural damage such as a stress fracture that might require more invasive treatment or surgery.
- The setback removes United’s leading natural centre‑forward from selection and leaves his participation in the club’s next fixture on October 10 against Tottenham in doubt while minutes were already being carefully managed.
- Public commentary has split between criticism from pundits and sympathetic replies from Cesar, and the player faces mounting pressure that the club intends to manage by prioritising recovery over short‑term availability.