Man Utd team news vs Liverpool: Predicted line up – Lingard and Martial injury latest
MANCHESTER UNITED are waiting on the fitness of Jesse Lingard and Anthony Martial ahead of their Premier League clash with Liverpool on Sunday (2.05pm).
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Manchester United could put a serious dent in Liverpool’s title hopes when they face the Reds at Old Trafford this weekend.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side are are currently 14 points off the top of the table but have won eight of their nine Premier League matches under the Norwegian and come into the match off the back of an impressive FA Cup victory over Chelsea.
United could also be boosted by the surprise return of Jesse Lingard and Anthony Martial as they race to be fit in time to take on Jurgen Klopp’s men.
Solskjaer is set to give updates on their availability in his pre-match press conference on Friday, with many fans hoping the pair are in contention to feature after rapid recoveries.
Lingard has been sidelined with a hamstring injury while Martial suffered a groin strain, although Solskjaer said in midweek that "They're muscle injuries, so we'll just have to wait a couple of days" before making a decision.
Meanwhile, the Red Devils boss has a selection headache at centre-back following Chris Smalling’s impressive display in the 2-0 win over Chelsea on Monday night.
The England defender has played his way into contention to start alongside Victor Lindelof this weekend, although Eric Bailly would offer more pace to combat Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane.
Man Utd team news: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will hope to see key players returning against Liverpool (Image: GETTY•buildlineup.com)
Man Utd team news: Jesse Lingard picked up a hamstring problem in the defeat to PSG last week (Image: GETTY)
Solskjaer could be tempted to keep much of the same starting XI that proved so effective at Stamford Bridge, although David de Gea is sure to return in goal.
Romelu Lukaku’s position in attack is not guaranteed with Alexis Sanchez pushing to feature after recovering from a freak knock sustained in a collision with the linesman while warming up to come on against PSG.
The midfield trio of Nemanja Matic, Ander Herrera and Paul Pogba is settled while Luke Shaw and Ashley Young will start at full-back with Antonio Valencia sidelined.
Matteo Darmian is also unavailable due to injury and Marcos Rojo is a doubt following his extended period on the treatment table.
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