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Centre backs: Harry Maguire & Victor Lindelof
The Manchester City central defence has been a hodgepodge of pairings, with their most trusted figure being a makeshift centre back in Fernandinho. Therefore, our defence will be marshalled by Manchester United's first-choice pairing of Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof.
Both defenders are good ball players, and while Lindelof has his shortcomings in the air, he has the aerially efficient Maguire alongside him for the ride. They have had their bad moments this season, but with a solid midfield in front of them, they could be a very reliable pairing.
Midfield: Rodri, Kevin de Bruyne, & David Silva
Manchester United's midfield has been in a crisis of sorts this season, as the departure of Ander Herrera and injury to Paul Pogba has seen the midfield perform below par. On the other hand, the predominant Manchester City pairing of Rodri, Kevin de Bruyne, and David Silva have received plenty of plaudits this season, both collectively and individually.
Rodri has seen himself playing quite regularly this term because Fernandinho was drafted to defence to fill the void left by Aymeric Laporte and the departure of Vincent Kompany. He's been wonderful so far, with his crisp ball distribution and well-timed tackles being likened to the play of Barcelona legend, Sergio Busquets.
Manchester City captain David Silva has been having a great swansong season, as he's once again posting incredible numbers and fine displays. The Spaniard will be sorely missed when the curtain finally falls on his time at the Etihad. He's had 3 goals and 6 assists so far this term.
Pep Guardiola's midfield maestro Kevin De Bruyne is probably the best player in the world, if not for the forces of nature that are Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. He's always a beauty to behold, as he never seems to miss a beat with his ball distribution and general play.
Last season he was sidelined for a huge spell, but this term he has been leading the City charge from midfield with aplomb. The Belgian has had 9 assists and 4 goals so far this season.
