Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could be set to make a big call on Donny van de Beek, which may be make-or-break in the fight to save his job. Solskjaer is expected to hand Van de Beek his first Premier League start this season in Saturday's trip to Watford.
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The 24-year-old has been left frustrated since joining United from Ajax last summer, making just 17 starts in all competitions.
But midfield absences may have given him a clear path in Solskjaer's team, as the Norwegian boss fights to turn around his fortunes in the hot seat.
United will view the clash with Watford as a must-win affair after picking up just four points from their last possible 18 in the top-flight.
Many expected the Red Devils to relieve Solskjaer of his duties over the latest international break, but he has been handed the opportunity to divert the season from disaster.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could hand Donny van de Beek a start against Watford. (Image: GETTY)
And he's ready to make a major throw of the dice in an effort to do exactly that, which will come as music to the ears of Van de Beek enthusiasts.
According to The Mirror, Van de Beek is in line for his first league start of the season against Watford on Saturday.
The Dutchman has impressed Solskjaer and his coaching staff in training this week, leading them to ponder whether he could be the key to getting United's season back on track.
Paul Pogba could be sidelined through injury until the new year, whilst Scott McTominay is recovering from illness.
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