Manchester United welcome Newcastle United to Old Trafford over the upcoming weekend with the Red Devils eyeing the three points from the home outing.
Ole Gunnar Solskajer’s men edged out the narrowest of wins last time around when facing Wolves away from home but against Newcastle, United will be backed to secure the win and move up the league standings.
Let us now have a look at how Solskjaer might set up his Manchester United side against Newcastle United –
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David de Gea is expected to retain his role on the starting team sheet despite Dean Henderson nearing his return to the first-team fold after some concerns on the fitness front.
Raphael Varane, United’s new purchase in this summer transfer window, will be partnering with Harry Maguire at centre-back after making his debut in the Wolves clash.
Another new recruit at Old Trafford this summer Jadon Sancho, however, could be forced to miss the upcoming fixture with an injury niggle which could leave the door open for Mason Greenwood to start out wide on the pitch.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s much-awaited return to the Manchester United shirt is on the cards and with the player featuring in team training ahead of the weekend’s matchup, there is an expectation of the Portuguese leading the line for the Red Devils against Newcastle.
