Red Devils here in the Tavern are looking forward to seeing a few more youngsters feature in the United ranks for the remainder of the season. Indeed, it hasn’t been the best of weeks for Manchester United, having lost sight of rivals City in front of their home fans at Old Trafford.

Of course, when your constantly looking to chase down the runaway train that is Manchester City, your best team is required in almost every game, with a minor slip-up leading to major disappointment.

But having seen the effect that Marcus Rashford’s breakthrough performance had on his United career, youth-team players will do anything to be given an opportunity.

After suffering a demoralizing 2-1 loss in what was regarded as a title-deciding match, Jose Mourinho may now look to give youth a chance with a Champions League spot now becoming their only priority.

Tonight sees Manchester United entertain a Bournemouth side that sit only 3 points above the relegation zone, after failing to win in their last 4 games. So Mourinho has the opportunity to utilize some of his younger stars in what should be a comfortable win for the Red Devils.

So, with the gaffer looking for players to follow in Jesse Lingard and Marcus Rashford’s footsteps, here’s a look at TWO youth players that could feature for United.

Scott McTominay

Without the influential Darren Fletcher and Michael Carrick, who became regulars in the United side, this man might just be the one to fill their boots, having seen glimpses of both players within the youngster’s game.

The 20-year-old can play in the centre of midfield or in a slightly more attacking role, as he offers a versatile style with attacking, tackling, intercepting and creativity all being aspects of this young lad’s game.

Having featured as a substitute in their last European group-game against CSKA Moscow, the youngster will be high in confidence and keen to improve as he looks to force a way in with a permanent place.

Axel Tuanzebe

Many United fans hope that under the correct guidance, Mourinho will steer Axel Tuanzebe away from becoming a repeat of Tyler Blackett.

His pace is just one of the things that makes him such a promising young talent, with the game of football now becoming so heavily reliant upon an attackers use of pace, his turn of speed has been vital in the rise of the defender.

With so much potential, regular appearances in the first-team will progress the youngster as a player, as the young defender made his first Champions League appearance for United last Tuesday, gaining valuable experience.

Already at the young age of 20-years-old, Tuanzebe has proven that he has what it takes to become a regular feature in the match-day squads, after putting in two solid defensive displays in Europe and domestically with him yet to concede a goal in the first-team this season.

United fans, thoughts?