manchester united They are going through a terrible moment and have gone five consecutive games without winning in all competitions. Erik ten HagThe position of head coach remains a delicate one, although the Dutchman could relieve some pressure when his team welcome Brentford to Old Trafford in the first division on Saturday, October 19.
The team's injury concerns have worsened during the international break and several changes could be imminent in the starting XI compared to those they played against Villa Aston Two weeks ago.
This is how the Red Devils could line up against the Bees:
goalkeeper – André Onana is a guaranteed starter at Manchester United. The Cameroonian will play against Brentford at Old Trafford on Saturday.
Defenders – Noussair Mazraoui is the latest United defender to be sidelined. The Moroccan underwent a minor heart operation during the international break and is not expected to be out for long, although the clash against Brentford will be too soon for him. Harry Maguire He has also suffered an ankle injury and will miss out.
Lisandro Martínez and Matthijs de Ligt could return to the bottom four after being benched against Aston Villa. Jonny Evans, who started Man United's last game, is likely to retain his place. Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia remain unavailable, but Diogo Dalot will move to his preferred right side.
Ugarte will start in the midfield
Midfielders – Kobbie Mainoo was among Manchester United's casualties in the last fortnight, as the young Englishman was substituted due to injury in the Aston Villa draw. It is likely to be replaced by £50m signing Manuel Ugarte, who will play alongside Christian Eriksen in the double pivot.
Mark Rashford He is expected to keep his place on the left wing, but Alejandro Garnacho is injured and could be replaced by Amad Diallo on the right flank. Bruno Fernandes will once again play as an attacking midfielder and captain for Man Utd.
Forward – Rasmus Hojlund He is in top form having started on the previous two occasions and will lead the line ahead of Joshua Zirkzee.
This is what United could look like on paper:
