Benjamin Sesko's availability for Manchester United's Saturday clash with Sunderland is in doubt after a shin problem forced his substitution at halftime of the 3-2 victory over Liverpool. The striker, who netted United's second goal, left the pitch clutching his leg and has not resumed training. He is expected to undergo scans later this week as medical staff evaluate the severity.

Assistant manager Michael Carrick declined to confirm Sesko's status, saying the player remains absent from the squad and will only be assessed once he returns to team drills. Carrick added that United will monitor his recovery closely, aware that losing a forward who contributed in the win could limit attacking options against a resilient Sunderland side and could affect their European ambitions.

United sit mid‑table with 38 points, and a slip‑up at the Stadium of Light could jeopardise their push for a top‑six finish. Sunderland, sitting just above the relegation zone, will look to exploit United's weakened line‑up. Without Sesko, United may rely on veteran strikers to secure at least a point in what promises to be a tightly contested fixture. Fans will be watching nervously.