Man Utd manager Erik Ten Hag is set to make six changes for the match against Crystal Palace.
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag could announce changes for the upcoming cup match at Crystal Palace.
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Erik Ten Hag reflects on Man Utd’s win against Burnley
Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag might think he has the perfect opportunity to change teams for the upcoming Carabao Cup third round against Crystal Palace. Interestingly, Tuesday’s encounter is the first of a double header against Roy Hodgson’s side, with the second of two Old Trafford encounters taking place a few days later in the Premier League.
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But amid an injury crisis which has seen several key Ten Hag players sidelined, he will be desperate to avoid further fitness problems. And he managed to rest some of United’s top stars, giving them a full week off following their recent 1-0 win against Burnley, which saw the Red Devils avoid defeat for the first time in almost a month .
In goal, Altay Bayindir could make his debut for the club after arriving from Fenerbahce this summer as a replacement for the outgoing Dean Henderson. He is a highly rated arrival from Turkey and Tuesday’s cup match could be a good opportunity for him to put some pressure on Andre Onana after a shaky start to his United career.
Despite his impressive performance against Burnley, it remains to be seen whether Jonny Evans can play two games in quick succession at the age of 35. Raphael Varane could continue his return alongside Victor Lindelof, with the timing of Lisandro Martinez’s return unclear after Ten Hag confirmed the Argentine along with Harry Maguire would miss the trip to Burnley due to injuries. MUST READ Rugby World Cup star wears Cristiano Ronaldo boxers and idolises former Man Utd star [FEATURE]
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Erik ten Hag could make a number of changes following Manchester United’s win over Burnley. (Image: Getty)
In midfield, Casemiro could get a rare rest, while Ten Hag will probably want to keep him fit. Christian Eriksen could be called upon to control possession in a match where the hosts are expected to dominate much of the ball.
Hannibal Mejbri has impressed and he or Scott McTominay could remain in the team, but one of the midfielders could see himself dropped from the team in place of Facundo Pellistri, giving the Uruguayan another chance in a home match – leaving the ever-present Bruno Fernandes the chance to return to a central location.
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Alejandro Garnacho has been the forgotten man in recent weeks, but he has a chance to showcase his immense talent, while Ten Hag can drop talisman Marcus Rashford from the squad and ensure he has a full week to prepare for the next league game with the Palace.
In attack, Ten Hag may want to ensure that Rasmus Hojlund does not suffer again from the injury that delayed his debut for the club. Anthony Martial could make a rare start as it is probably the last chance and will prove he can challenge Hojlund at Old Trafford, with his contract expiring in the summer.
Starting XI against Burnley: Onana; Dalot, Lindelof, Evans, Reguilon; Casemiro, McTominay; Fernandes, Hannibal, Rashford; Hojlund.
Potential starting XI against Palace: Bayindir; Dalot, Varane, Lindelof, Reguilon; Eriksen, McTominay; Pellitri, Fernandes, Garnacho; Martial.
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