Burnley are United’s opponents at Turf Moor and with a number of changes expected, James Shield gets out his marker and scribbles what his starting XI would be, on the virtual whiteboard.
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1. Wes Foderingham
Aaron Ramsdale won’t want to be rested but, if his services are required at Premier League level, Foderingham needs to be properly prepared. Or as properly prepared as possible. And that means playing when the opportunity arises. Photo: Ian MacNicol
2. Chris Basham
Has already shown he has the engine and endurance levels to cope with playing three games in the space of seven days, even after an imperfect pre-season programme. Burnley are a top-flight club and so United must select their best back three. Photo: Simon Bellis
3. John Egan
Set-pieces will be crucial at Turf Moor and the centre-half scored from one when the two clubs met at this ground in Premier League competition last season. A real presence at both ends of the pitch and, like Basham, can cope with the schedule. Photo: Simon Bellis
4. Jack O’Connell
There’s an argument -and a very good argument - that Jack Robinson should be given a chance to play and improve his understanding of United’s system. But unless O’Connell features, then any insight Max Lowe and Jayden Bogle gain into how it really operates will be limited. Photo: Darren Staples