Fernandes, Mainoo and Ugarte return as Amorim makes 3 changes

manchester united Start 2025 with a daunting trip to Anfield as they face each other Liverpool on day 20 of first division on Sunday 5 January at 4.30pm UK time. The Red Devils are on a four-match losing streak in all competitions and will look to put a terrible run of form behind them in their next game.

That said, here is a look at the eleven planned for Rubén Amorim's team.

Goalkeeper – André Onana will continue in goal.

Defenders – Manchester United have conceded 11 goals in their last four games, but their back three is unlikely to change exponentially. Matthijs de Ligt will possibly be the central option, with Lisandro Martínez playing as a left centre-back and Harry Maguire It is expected to appear on the right. Leny Yoro has struggled with physicality in the Premier League and might not be used in a high-octane match against Liverpool from the start.

Ugarte and Mainoo will partner in the center of the field

Midfielders – Kobbie Mainoo came off the bench in Manchester United's last game, but could get a place in the eleven on Sunday. Manuel Ugarte could also return to the team after serving a one-game suspension against Newcastle UnitedEdit. It is likely that both will play together in midfield, thus replacing casemiro and Christian Eriksen.

Meanwhile, Noussair Mazraoui is expected to play at right back and Diogo Dalot could play at left back.

Forwards – Amad Diallo has been one of Man United's best players in recent games and could be deployed again on the right wing against Liverpool. Bruno Fernandes could return to the left wing after missing the last game due to suspension. The Portuguese's role will be freer, but on paper, he will be used in the last third.

Rasmus Hojlund He is expected to appear as a forward.

This is how Manchester United could line up for the match.