The Manchester United lineup that should start against Leicester on Boxing Day

Manchester United travel to King Power Stadium on Boxing Day to take on Leicester City, in a clash bound to have ramifications in the race for the top four.

The Red Devils come into this game undefeated in the Premier League since November 1, while Leicester are coming off the back of a big win over Tottenham.

As Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to make a push towards a potential title charge, he must get his team selections right to ensure the best possible chance. Here's how he should lineup his team to get all three points against Leicester.

1. Goalkeeper & Defenders

Harry Maguire returns to his former club / Michael Regan/Getty Images

David De Gea (GK) - Solskjaer's number one did himself no harm against Leeds and should continue in the starting lineup here.

Brandon Williams (RB) - Should get his first Premier League start of the season after Aaron Wan-Bissaka picked up an injury against Leeds and missed the midweek game with Everton.

Victor Lindelof (CB) - In great form this season and scored his first of the season last time out. Arguably Manchester United's best centre-back right now, must start.

Harry Maguire (CB) - Club captain, he starts whenever he's fit and available. Don't expect that to change against his former club.

Luke Shaw (LB) - Has returned from injury and seemingly is preferred to Alex Telles. Been in good form too.

2. Midfielders

Fernandes is in fantastic form / Matthew Ashton - AMA/Getty Images

Fred (CM) - Reliable and energetic, Solskjaer has shown he trusts the Brazilian defensively and so he should start here.

Paul Pogba (CM) - With Scott McTominay injured, Pogba should come back into the team to help United keep the ball and add an extra goal threat from midfield.

Bruno Fernandes (CAM) - The man. He starts when fit and almost always gets a goal or assist to boot.

3. Forwards

The star attacker of the side is in hot form right now / Michael Regan/Getty Images

Mason Greenwood (RW) - Has had a tough start to the season but his quality is undeniable. Versatility across the front-line makes him a must start in this big game.

Marcus Rashford (LW) - United's best attacker, Rashford is in great form right now. Will fancy his chances against whichever full-back is in his way.

Anthony Martial (ST) - Had his best performance of the campaign so far against Leeds with two assists. Has some catching up to do when it comes to goalscoring, but confidence is up after netting in the Carabao Cup quarter-final win over Everton.

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