Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, is facing some tough fitness decisions ahead of his team’s upcoming match against Bournemouth, which is crucial for securing a top-four finish and Champions League qualification. With a tough run of fixtures ahead, every match is critical for the Red Devils, and they need to be at their best to secure a place in next season’s UCL.
The Dutchman is without some key first-team players for the trip to the Vitality Stadium, but he still has a strong squad to choose from. Here’s the side he may opt for:
In goal, David de Gea is expected to start. He is in the running for the Golden Glove and needs another clean sheet against one of Bournemouth, Chelsea, or Fulham to claim it outright. In defense, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Luke Shaw are expected to start at right-back and left-back, respectively. In the center of defense, Raphael Varane is expected to partner with Victor Lindelof, who has impressed recently filling in for the injured Lisandro Martinez.
In the midfield, Casemiro and Christian Eriksen are expected to start in the central midfield positions. Both players have been influential for United this season and will play a crucial role in dictating the pace of the game. On the wings, Antony and Jadon Sancho are expected to start on the right and left, respectively. Both players will need to bring their A-game to the table if United wants to secure a win.
In the attacking midfield position, Bruno Fernandes is expected to start. He was United‘s leading light against Wolves, assisting Alejandro Garnacho’s late strike. And finally, Marcus Rashford is expected to play up front. He has made the shortlist for the 2022/23 EA SPORTS FIFA Player of the Season award and could prove to be the difference-maker if Bournemouth’s backline makes mistakes.
Overall, ten Hag has a strong squad to choose from, and he needs to make the right decisions if United wants to secure a top-four finish. With the likes of Chelsea and Fulham hot on their heels, every match counts, and they cannot afford to drop points against Bournemouth. The upcoming match will be an exciting affair, and fans will be hoping for an entertaining game with United securing all three points.
