Alejandro Garnacho drops early Man United team news hint as Erik ten Hag aims dig at Liverpool

Alejandro Garnacho and Casemiro have dropped team news hints ahead of Manchester United's meeting with Liverpool. The Red Devils will host Arne Slot's side at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon after a disappointing defeat to Brighton last weekend.

Joao Pedro netted a late winner against United to snatch three crucial points. Meanwhile, Liverpool will want to extend their unbeaten start to the new Premier League season following wins over Ipswich Town and Brentford.

Erik ten Hag and Slot have only ever faced each other four times – all of which during their respective spells in the Eredivisie. The Liverpool boss was victorious in the first two encounters with AZ Alkmaar, but then his fellow countryman pulled it back and recorded a pair of wins for Ajax over Feyenoord.

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Nevertheless, Garnacho and Casemiro have posted pre-match graphic previews of the fixture to their Instagram stories. Historically, this suggests that they will be involved in some capacity – whether that's starting or simply named in the matchday squad.

Speaking to reporters ahead of the highly-anticipated clash, Ten Hag aimed a dig at Liverpool, pointing towards United's trophy cabinet. The Dutchman reminded journalists that only Manchester City have won more during his time in charge – while the Reds have only won the Carabao Cup.

"Listen, behind City we have won the most trophies over the last two years – so we performed better than anyone else," said Ten Hag. "Listen to me, listen to me, that’s the reality. Those are the facts. This year we want to win trophies - and I am quite