The Red Devils here in the Tavern are hoping Mourinho seeks to give some of their youngsters a chance against a struggling Southampton side.
Jose Mourinho hasn’t been shy of including some of his brightest youth-products in his plans this season, and to be fair to him, has seen both himself and the starlets reap the rewards.
With their rivals Manchester City being so dominant this season it’s left Mourinho twiddling his thumbs with Champions League football now the only priority.
However, this does have its positive if fans can learn to get over the fact their bitter enemies are running away with it. Sitting comfortably inside the top 4 has allowed for a couple of the youth-teams brightest talents to get an increased amount of minutes in the first-team.
Of course, in the midst of a busy schedule their next match sees them take on Mauricio Pellegrino and his struggling Southampton side at Old Trafford. Indeed, they’ll be low in confidence after coming in off the back of a crushing 5-2 defeat at the hands of Tottenham Hotspur.
Nevertheless, with Manchester United looking to put some of their blossoming youngsters to use against a side in a spot of bother. Here’s a look at which TWO starlets Mourinho should look to trust this Saturday.
Scott McTominay
The 21-year-old-midfielder will be hoping to get another Premier League appearance under his belt, as he continues to display glimmers of United legends Darren Fletcher and Michael Carrick in his performance.
He’s more than just a player with a tall frame at 6ft4 inches tall. His composure and positivity are two aspects of his game that allow his expressive nature to shine through.
His strength on the ball is also another threat of his which can be utilized to its maximum potential against what is a weak Southampton side.
With a point to prove to even make it on the bench for United with Paul Pogba’s return, he’ll be looking to make it an impressive one.
Axel Tuanzebe
The 20-year-old is another one of the blossoming stars to make their way out of the United youth-system, after putting in some accomplished performances in his first-team opportunities.
Playing as a central-defender his pace and strength are two things that really emphasize how special he really is, with Swansea City struggling to break the deadlock against the defender earlier on this season.
Still, yet to make an appearance in the Premier League but featuring on the bench as an unused sub in their last outing against Burnley. The central-defender will be hoping Mourinho gives him the opportunity to fulfil a childhood dream of his.
United fans, thoughts?
