Manchester United's possible starting XI for Premier League encounter against West Ham United

BSC Young Boys v Manchester United: Group F - UEFA Champions League
BSC Young Boys v Manchester United: Group F - UEFA Champions League

Defensive midfielder - Fred

Manchester United v Liverpool - Premier League
Manchester United v Liverpool - Premier League

Fred looked good against Young Boys in the Champions League. His performance will be well received by fans, with Fred enduring a torrid start to the new season.

The Brazil international is not a complete midfielder. However, his energy and pressing ability is matched by few in the squad. Fred is an extremely useful player to have in the first team, despite his weaknesses. His technical ability and lack of physicality have been exploited well by teams.

The 28-year old has featured regularly under Solskjaer's management. With Manchester United not investing in any midfielders this summer, Fred is likely to be a consistent feature this time as well.


Central midfielder - Paul Pogba

Wolverhampton Wanderers v Manchester United - Premier League
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Manchester United - Premier League

Paul Pogba's incredible start to the new season has been well-covered. The midfielder already has seven assists in just four league games.

The 28-year old started this season on the left wing for Manchester United with a tendency to slot into midfield. The arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo has made Solskjaer rejig his tactics, though, and Pogba has started as a central midfielder in recent games.

The France international is a gifted footballer. His contract with Manchester United expires next summer and the club want him to sign a new deal. Pogba is reportedly leaning towards staying at Old Trafford.


Attacking midfielder - Bruno Fernandes

Wolverhampton Wanderers v Manchester United - Premier League
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Manchester United - Premier League

Bruno Fernandes is the engine of this Manchester United side. Without him, the team lacks cohesion and creativity.

Fernandes was arguably the best midfielder in the Premier League last season. The Portugal international is an unorthodox player, but a highly efficient one. A prolific goalscorer and an excellent creator, Fernandes' impact at Manchester United has been huge.

The 27-year-old is reportedly set to sign a new deal with the club, and there is little argument to be made against it. Fernandes is well on his way to becoming a Manchester United legend.


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