Hurt Benjamin Sesko to Sit Out Slovenia Matches but United Hopeful of Swift Comeback

Striker Sesko will be absent from the Slovenian national team's upcoming fixtures against Kosovo and Sweden due to a knee injury suffered during the recent game against Tottenham. Nonetheless, Manchester United is optimistic that he could return in time to face Everton after the international break.

Knock Details and Recovery Period

The forward was substituted after 87 minutes of Saturday's 2-2 stalemate with Tottenham having been introduced in the 58th minute replacing Noussair Mazraoui. Manager the team's manager voiced worry after the game, resulting in Sesko's withdrawal from the Slovenia national team.

The club will conduct additional examinations at Carrington this week, but initial assessments point to a potential return in time for the Everton on 24 November.

Other Squad Updates

Casemiro and Harry Maguire also were forced off the pitch during the Tottenham match. While the defender's condition remains unclear, it is understood that the midfielder is available and has reported for international duty for Brazil.

Martínez, who has not played since suffering a knee issue in February, will join the Argentine squad at their European training camp. But, the center-back will not feature in the Friday exhibition match versus Angola in Luanda. A member of the club's medical staff will accompany Martínez, who has lately resumed work with the first-team group.

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