Manchester United predicted lineup vs Aston Villa - Premier League
By Max Parsons
Manchester United travel to face Aston Villa in the Premier League on Saturday evening, having just knocked Steven Gerrard's men out of the FA Cup.
That 1-0 victory wasn't awe-inspiring, but the it did show character to bounce back from a gut-wrenching defeat at home to Wolves in their prior outing - a result that proved to Ralf Rangnick just how big a rebuilding job he has on his hands.
Sitting seventh in the table, United face an Aston Villa side who have lost their previous three - although still maintain high spirits after a hugely promising beginning to Gerrard's time as boss. Here's how United could shape up.
1. Goalkeeper & defenders
David De Gea (GK) - Has been a standout performer for United and deserves all the praise he'll undoubtedly receive come the end of the season.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka (RB) - Diogo Dalot is a doubt for the visiting side, so Wan-Bissaka should come into the lineup.
Raphael Varane (CB) - Was generally solid against Villa last time out, but needs to sharpen up soon in order to show why he really is a top defender.
Harry Maguire (CB) - Missed out on that FA Cup victory, but looks set to be available for selection for Saturday's clash.
Alex Telles (LB) - Luke Shaw will be absent through suspension, so we can expect Telles to step back into the side.
2. Midfielders
Mason Greenwood (RM) - Hasn't been at his best for large parts of the campaign, having scored just once in all competitions since mid October.
Fred (CM) - Has been consistently good of late and, following that utterly sumptuous assist to tee up the winning goal last time out, should definitely keep his place here.
Nemanja Matic (CM) - Scott McTominay is another player suspended for the visitors, so Matic will likely come into the fold to partner Fred in midfield.
Bruno Fernandes (LM) - Wasn't great at all last time out but he can always produce one moment of match-winning bedazzlement that justifies his place.
3. Forwards
Edinson Cavani (ST) - Just the two Premier League goals for the veteran marksman, although those have come in his previous four outings.
Cristiano Ronaldo (ST) - Was forced out of United's FA Cup progression on Monday but should be fit enough to return and lead the line once more.