Man United's Carrick pleased with Sesko's return to form ahead of City derby
Benjamin Sesko is yet to play a full game for Manchester United since returning from a shin injury last month but the Slovenia forward’s form is a boost for manager Michael Carrick ahead of Sunday’s Premier League derby against Manchester City. Sesko came on for the last 20 minutes and struck late in a 2-2 league draw at Everton last weekend, and followed that up with another goal in Thursday’s…
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick expressed satisfaction with the return of forward Benjamin Sesko to full form ahead of the upcoming Premier League derby against Manchester City. Sesko, who has been sidelined since May due to a shin injury, made his comeback in the last 20 minutes of United's 2-2 draw against Everton last weekend, scoring a late goal.
He also added another goal in Thursday's 4-0 Champions League victory over Azerbaijani side Sabah at home. Carrick praised Sesko's physicality, playing on the last line, and his speed to run in behind. The 23-year-old Slovenian, who missed nearly three months due to his injury, was thrilled to be back at this level after working hard to regain his fitness.
He emphasized the importance of a strong recovery and focusing on the derby, as reported by TNT Sports.
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