Manchester United will travel to the Astana Arena to face off against Astana in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday night. The Red Devils need a victory to ensure that they win their group, so Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be inclined to name a strong team versus the Kazakhstan outfit.
The Norwegian manager will opt for a 4-2-3-1 formation and could include Ashey Young, Axel Tuanzebe and Mason Greenwood in his starting XI in midweek.
4-2-3-1 Manchester United Predicted Lineup To Face Astana
Defence
Sergio Romero will start in goal for the Red Devils as Solskjaer looks to hand David De Gea some rest in midweek. The Argentine keeper has performed well for Man United in the Europa League this season. He will hope to continue with his excellent form by keeping a clean sheet away at Astana.
Axel Tuanzebe might play alongside Victor Lindelof at the heart of the Red Devils backline. The defensive duo will need to keep things stable at the back if they are to stop the home team from scoring on Thursday.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka will retain his place at right-back while Ashley Young captains his side from the left-back position. Both full-backs will focus on picking the right moments to get forward so that the Mancunian giants are not left exposed inside their own half.
Brandon Williams might have to settle for a spot on the bench, but Solskjaer could call upon his services if required.
Midfield
In midfield, Fred will likely partner the Man United youngster, James Garner who put in an eye-catching display against Partizan earlier this season. Both players will be expected to put in a dominant shift at the centre of the park.
The talented trio of Mason Greenwood, Juan Mata and Marcus Rashford might get the nod to operate ahead of them as part of the Man United attack. Solskjaer will instruct them to dictate the tempo of the game and create some decent openings in the final third.
Andreas Pereira could be dropped for this European contest following an underwhelming performance versus the Blades last weekend.
Attack
Anthony Martial will once again get the chance to lead the line for the Red Devils up top. The French striker will hope to return to his goal-scoring ways after shooting blanks against Sheffield on Sunday.
