The Man Utd fans in the Football Transfer Tavern are optimistic ahead of a tight Europa League clash against Fenerbahce…
Jose Mourinho’s side have been disappointing in the Premier League as of late, but their Europa League form remains solid – if unspectacular.
The Red Devils in the Tavern are expecting their side to come through with a big win – but Fenerbahce will undoubtedly offer a significant challenge.
Jose Mourinho must pick the right side, or he could risk his Premier League form spilling out on to the European stage.
With that said, this 4-2-3-1 Man Utd XI can definitely beat Fenerbahce on Thursday
GK – David De Gea
David De Gea is Man Utd’s undisputed number 1 – and will continue between the sticks, regardless of opposition.
RB – Matteo Darmian
Matteo Darmian looks set to get a run in the Man Utd first team in the absence of Antonio Valencia.
He needs a big performance.
CB – Daley Blind
Daley Blind has enjoyed a resurgence under Mourinho, and given Man Utd’s lack of defensive depth, he will get a run out.
CB – Marcos Rojo
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LB – Luke Shaw
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DM – Michael Carrick
Michael Carrick has looked good when given an opportunity this season, and our landlord thinks that he could be the man to make Pogba tick.
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Pogba played well in the Europa League last time out. He needs to get even better this week.
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Juan Mata continues to go from strength to strength this season, and injuries will likely mean he plays again.
He’ll play well, undoubtedly.
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Wayne Rooney looks set to miss out on Premier League football going forward, so the Europa League offers an opportunity at redemption.
He really needs to bag a few goals.
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Jose Mourinho really seems to rate Lingard, and an injury to Martial means that he will likely play.
ST – Marcus Rashford
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Expect a goal.
