5 players who could decide the outcome of Manchester United vs Young Boys

Manchester United player their first Champions League match under new manager Ralf Rangnick
Manchester United player their first Champions League match under new manager Ralf Rangnick

#3 Mason Greenwood (Manchester United)

Manchester United v AFC Bournemouth - Premier League
Manchester United v AFC Bournemouth - Premier League

Manchester United youngster Mason Greenwood was sidelined with injury after an impressive start to the 2021-22 campaign. The Englishman has hardly featured in the Champions League for the Red Devils but is more than likely to start for them against Young Boys.

Mason Greenwood has a terrific knack for scoring goals and is equally effective at shooting from either foot. It will be interesting to see where new Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick plans to play the youngster on the pitch.

Given that Cristiano Ronaldo is likely to be rested, Mason Greenwood should be starting as a striker. The 20-year old could be seen drifting wide and cutting inside frequently during the match. With his fine goal-scoring record, Greenwood will be an important player for Manchester United against Young Boys.


#2 Donny Van De Beek (Manchester United)

Manchester United v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League
Manchester United v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League

Few chances have come Donny Van De Beek's way when it comes to starting a match for Manchester United. The Dutchman really struggled to get into the team under the management of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

Under Ralf Rangnick, that is expected to change but Van De Beek will have to capitalize on the chances provided to him. The Dutch midfielder can play in multiple positions on the pitch and is likely to play in a central midfield role against Young Boys.

Van De Beek's off the ball movement and link-up play will be crucial to Manchester United's cause on Wednesday. He is expected to play a box-to-box role as his performance in the match will form as a basis for his future under Ralf Rangnick.


#1 Jadon Sancho (Manchester United)

Villarreal CF v Manchester United: Group F - UEFA Champions League
Villarreal CF v Manchester United: Group F - UEFA Champions League

In Manchester United's last Champions League match against Villarreal, Jadon Sancho finally opened his account in front of goal for the club. It was a much-needed goal for the young Englishman with the pressure building on him after every match.

He followed it up with a goal against Chelsea in the Premier League and has gained a lot of confidence since. Sancho was taken off at the hour mark against Crystal Palace at the weekend, indicating a chance of playing against Young Boys.

Given his current form, the Manchester United winger will be a massive threat against the Swiss club. Jadon Sancho might turn out to be a key factor in the outcome of the final group stage match for the Red Devils.

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