manchester united They host Leicester City at Old Trafford in the fourth round of the EFL Cup tonight.
After a series of poor performances this season, the Red Devils have decided to sack Erik ten Hag. They are now reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Ruben Amorim from Sporting CP, but he will not be on the sidelines for this match. Ruud van Nistelrooy will be the interim coach until the Portuguese arrives.
On the other hand, Leicester has had a reverse start to the season in the first division after his promotion. Therefore, United would be favorites to win this fixture despite their recent turmoil.
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The Red Devils have several absences due to injury currently as Leny Yoro, Tyrell Malacia, Luke Shaw, Harry MaguireAntony, Mason Mount and Kobbie Mainoo are currently sidelined due to their respective issues.
Additionally, Jonny Evans was not available for selection last time out, so there is a question mark over his availability for this fixture. Noussair Mazraoui suffered an injury in the last match against western ham United and therefore is a big doubt for tonight's game.
Planned lineup
Van Nistelrooy may not make too many changes to the initial Xl that started last weekend. Thus, André Onana must continue between the sticks for the locals.
Victor Lindelof could start at the back alongside Matthijs de Ligt for Man Utd with Lisandro Martínez and Diogo Dalot as two full-backs. Evans will therefore be among the substitutes if he is deemed fit enough to take part in this game.
Manuel Ugarte could be in the midfield position and Christian Eriksen could partner him, deploying Bruno Fernandes in the number ten position. So, casemiro He will likely appear from the bench if necessary.
Mark Rashford should start in his preferred position on the left and Amad Diallo could start on the opposite side. So, Alejandro Garnacho might have to settle for a place on the bench.
Joshua Zirkzee is expected to lead the United line and, if so, Rasmus Hojlund would be among the substitutes.
Expected lineup for Manchester United vs Leicester City
Onana; Dalot, De Ligt, Lindelof, Martínez; Ugarte, Eriksen, Bruno; Rashford, Zirkzee, Amad
