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Man Utd team news: Predicted 4-2-3-1 vs Crystal Palace - Solskjaer to make three changes
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could make changes when the Red Devils lock horns with Crystal Palace in their Premier League showdown on Thursday night.
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Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could be set to rotate when the Red Devils face off against Crystal Palace in their Premier League showdown on Thursday night. With Chelsea lying in wait days later, the Norwegian could make as many as three changes. Express Sport will now predict the club’s line up for the showdown at Selhurst Park.
Fred for Paul Pogba
Paul Pogba has done well for United since returning from injury, helping to boost the club’s chances of a Premier League top four finish.
But the minutes appear to have caught up to the France international, who looked leggy in Monday’s 2-2 draw with Southampton.
As a result, it could be time for Solskjaer to make a decision.
Fred did well in Pogba’s lengthy absence and could get the nod in the middle of the park.
That would allow Pogba to rest up and take a breather, particularly with the club playing Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-finals on Sunday.
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Scott McTominay for Nemanja Matic
Nemanja Matic has been a player reborn since the turn of the year, shining for United and earning a contract extension in the process.
But, like Pogba, he needs a rest.
Scott McTominay could be selected, with the Scotland international shining alongside Fred during Pogba’s spell away from the side.
The midfielder is fully fit and raring to go, having started just two matches since the restart.
And, by picking McTominay, Solskjaer would give Matic time to recover for the Chelsea game.
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Diogo Dalot for Luke Shaw
Diogo Dalot seems set for the Old Trafford exit door this summer having struggled to make his mark at the club since joining from Porto two years ago.
But with Luke Shaw and Brandon Williams injured, the youngster may get the nod at left-back.
Usually he prefers the opposite flank but, this season, there’s been no dislodging Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
And Dalot may get one final chance to prove himself ahead of the summer transfer window.
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Solskjaer praises Martial and Rashford
Solskjaer has hailed Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford for their improvement this season.
Both players took their respective goal tallies to 21 in Monday’s draw with Southampton.
“It's great when you're a striker, scoring goals and feeling on top of your game; feeling fit and strong. Both of them [Martial and Rashford] are fit and strong,” Solskjaer said.
“Mason as well, he's coming into the frame. He's not looked back since the restart and it's been fantastic to see them in the training ground as well.
“And the way they look for each other. It's like, is he in the better position or am I going to finish? They're all team players and it's been very positive.”
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