Manchester United injury update: Kobbie Mainoo, Marcus Rashford, Benjamin Sesko latest news and return dates

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COMMENTSManchester United have had plenty to worry about during the international break, including injury woes.

United have taken just five points in the Premier League this season, and have also been eliminated from the Carabao Cup.

The situation facing the Red Devils has turned from bad to worse since the international window began, with five players added to the injury list.

With a big encounter against struggling Tottenham looming immediately after the break, Carrick will need his stars fit and firing to get United up the table.

Here is all the latest Manchester United injury news and potential return dates…

Struggling star: Marcus RashfordGettyMarcus Rashford Rashford picked up a minor injury in the latter stages of United’s draw at Fulham ahead of the international break, and dropped out of England duty before the Three Lions’ camp.

He had landed awkwardly after a heavy tackle tight to the touchline

“We had to bring him off, as he had a bit of an issue. I’m not sure [if he’s alright],” said Carrick at Craven Cottage.

It is hoped he will have shaken off that knock by the time Tottenham visit Old Trafford next month.

Potential return date: October 10 vs Tottenham (H)

Midfield blow: Kobbie MainooGettyKobbie MainooMainoo sparked worries when he withdrew from England’s squad for this international break.

No clear reason was given for his withdrawal, though, and he is not thought to be injured. His absence is likely down to load management.

As such, it is hoped he can feature as soon as United reconvene after the international break.

Potential return date: October 10 vs Tottenham (H)

Fresh setback: Patrick DorguAFP/GettyPatrick DorguDorgu is the most pressing and most recent concern for Carrick.

He started for Denmark as they faced Wales, but went down off the ball with half an hour played and hobbled off.

He appeared to have suffered a hamstring problem which could sideline him for some time.

Dorgu has now returned to United early for assessment.

Sidelined: Amad DialloGettyAmad DialloAmad is yet to feature for his club this season after suffering an ankle injury in the summer.

Ahead the international break, Carrick suggested he was a matter of weeks away from returning, and there is hope he can feature against Spurs.

Potential return date: October 10 vs Tottenham (H)

Flare-up: Benjamin SeskoGettyBenjamin SeskoSesko has been struck down with a flare-up of the shin injury which saw him miss the latter stages of last season and the opening of the new campaign.

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He had seemed to be back at full fitness after starting against Sabah, but was a surprise absentee for the trip to Fulham.

Carrick said of the Slovenian: “It was a pain in his shin. We’re not sure with him yet. He felt a bit of pain after the game. We’re assessing him. He definitely wasn’t ready for today.”

He decided against representing his country during the international break, but it remains to be seen whether he will be fit to play for United after it.

Close to retutn: Matthijs de LigtGettyMatthijs de LigtDe Ligt is approaching a full year on the sidelines with a back injury sustained at Crystal Palace in November 2025.

He underwent surgery in May. He travelled to west London with his team-mates despite not being named in the matchday squad, and will hope to be passed fit after a further three weeks of recovery.

Potential return date: October 10 vs Tottenham (H)

Backup goalkeeper Darlow was another victim of the international break, dropping out of the Wales squad with an injury.

The nature and severity of his issue is not clear.

Ugarte remains in recovery after undergoing surgery to repair a torn ACL suffered representing Uruguay at the World Cup.

He is set to miss the vast majority of the season, but, after being transfer-listed last summer, it remains to be seen whether he will play for the club again.

Potential return date: Spring/Summer 2027

United’s third-choice shot-stopper has been absent throughout this season with a hamstring injury sustained in a pre-season friendly against Paris Saint-Germain last month.