Brief
Dwight Yorke urges Michael Carrick to trust Benjamin Sesko
Yorke told talkSPORT that Carrick should start the Slovenian striker despite recent injuries.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Former Manchester United forward Dwight Yorke criticised manager Michael Carrick for not starting Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko, saying the club must "trust the kid" as United struggle to win games.
What happened
Sesko missed the entire pre‑season after a shin injury and, since returning, has only appeared as a substitute in four Premier League matches. He scored in a Champions League win over Sabah in September but was again left on the bench for the Manchester derby. Yorke said Sesko is currently ruled out with another shin injury and that Carrick has not set a date for his return to the first team.
What the reports add
Sportskeeda noted United’s recent form: a late draw against ten‑man Tottenham, a run of four games without a win across competitions, and a 13th‑place league standing with six points from six matches. The article also highlighted pressure on Carrick following the draw.
What was said
Yorke told talkSPORT, "You have to trust the kid, he’s got all the attributes," and added, "I don’t understand why Sesko doesn’t play. I know he’s injured now but you’ve got to play the guy as a nine."
How it came about
United’s injury woes, including Sesko’s shin problems, were detailed in a recent Felo News piece on the squad’s setbacks ahead of a Tottenham clash (United lose Sesko, Dorgu and Mazraoui ahead of Tottenham clash). Carrick’s broader managerial challenges have been covered in earlier Felo reporting on his future at the club.
Key facts
- Dwight Yorke publicly urged Michael Carring to start Benjamin Sesko despite recent injuries. (sportskeeda.com)
- Sesko missed pre‑season with a shin injury and has only made four Premier League substitute appearances. (sportskeeda.com)
- Manchester United have not won any of their last four games across competitions and sit 13th in the league. (sportskeeda.com)
Sources
- [1] sportskeeda.com — originally reported as “"You have to trust the kid" - Dwight Yorke hits out at Michael Carrick over treatment of Manchester United star”
