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Manchester United considers Mauro Icardi amid striker injury concerns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 5:24 AM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Manchester United considers Mauro Icardi amid striker injury concerns

Summary

Manchester United is exploring striker options after Benjamin Sesko sustained a shin injury that will keep him sidelined until at least January. With Sesko's absence following a poor pre-season, United is compelled to seek reinforcement. Mauro Icardi, a free agent with recent scoring success at Galatasaray, is reportedly at the top of United's list. The team's current squad may struggle without an experienced center-forward, after previously opting against signing a new striker during the summer. Amid ongoing injury issues, United's managerial staff may need to act quickly to address these concerns ahead of the winter transfer window.

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Status Watch

•Benjamin Sesko out until at least January with a shin injury.
•Mauro Icardi's availability as a free agent is appealing to Manchester United.
•United previously avoided bringing in a striker this summer.
•Michael Carrick may face challenges with his current squad options.
•United is also considering signing Dominic Calvert-Lewin, but mid-season deals may be costly.

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5:24 AMYahoo Sports — Man United must act now to sign Mauro Icardi on free transfer after Sesko injury blow

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Everyone except Manchester United’s best-in-class executives was certain a new striker was a must ahead of the season.Benjamin Sesko spent pre-season on the sidelines, and Joshua Zirkzee’s perform...
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