Benjamin Sesko has already missed two Manchester United pre-season friendlies this summer as he recovers from injury.
Towards the end of last season, Benjamin Sesko picked up a shin injury in Manchester United’s 3-2 victory over Liverpool in the Premier League.
Sesko hinted he was close to returning on social media, and there has been a social media frenzy about Sesko’s physique since his return to Carrington.
United fans are eager to see the Slovenian striker back in action, and an injury update has now been provided.
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When will Benjamin Sesko return from injury?
According to The Sun, Sesko is on track to return for the friendly against European champions Paris Saint-Germain on August 8.
Sesko has already missed the defeat to Wrexham and the 5-0 win over Rosenborg last week, and it seems he will also miss the upcoming clash against Atletico Madrid.
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But Sesko is set to return and could start against Luis Enrique’s PSG side a week later. Sesko should also be available to face Leeds United and Ruben Amorim’s AC Milan.
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It gives Sesko a period of around three weeks to ramp up his preparations before the 2026/27 Premier League season kicks off with United facing newly-promoted Hull City on August 22.
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