Despite his side sitting 10 points ahead of third-placed Middlesbrough, with a game in hand and a superior goal difference, Paul Heckingbottom has a number of fitness and availability issues to contend with against Russell Martin’s side on Saturday afternoon.
There are question marks over the availability of former Swans striker Oli McBurnie, as well as Tommy Doyle and John Fleck. So, with that in mind, we tasked our man to step into Heckingbottom’s shoes and select the side he would send out to face the Swans. Here’s what he came up with ...
5. John Egan
One of the first names on my teamsheet, Egan rarely lets United down - but also scarcely gets the plaudits his consistency deserves Photo: Mike Egerton
6. Jack Robinson
With Ciaran Clark back fit but badly lacking match practice, I'm happy to stick with Robinson on the left of defence after some impressive displays in recent weeks Photo: PAUL ELLIS
7. Max Lowe
United's first-choice left-back in the injury absences of Enda Stevens and Rhys Norrington-Davies, and gives a real attacking outlet down the left flank Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
8. Ollie Norwood
Had an all-action time of it after coming off the bench against Wrexham - giving away a penalty, seeing a certain one waved away at the other end and then helping set up a goal. Has been outstanding this season and comes back into the XI Photo: Simon Bellis