Five ways Manchester United could line-up against Brighton in Premier League opener

There's a feeling of optimism around Manchester United after a successful pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia. The Reds are unbeaten in their first four games under Erik ten Hag, and although it's just pre-season, there's been much to be impressed about.

Over their four matches in Thailand and Australia, United have shown that they want to build a possession-based style - wanting to keep a hold of the ball but attack quickly and aggressively up the field.

Whilst their new style of play has been evident, there's also two new faces ready to join alongside fellow newcomer Tyrell Malacia - who has settled in quickly - in Christian Eriksen and Lisandro Martinez. Both are exciting players who could realistically stake a claim to be a starter from day one.

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But whilst there's much to be positive about with United, questions remain. Who will start in the much-maligned midfield positions? Will Cristiano Ronaldo return to the team? And will Frenkie de Jong finally sign for the club?

Here, we take a look at five ways United could line-up on day one of the season against Brighton.

How much of a surprise would it be if no new signings start on day one of the season?

Yes, United fans would be bitterly disappointed, but it might not be a bad thing for Ten Hag to bed his new additions into the team over the course of the first few weeks.

If you asked 100 United fans if they would be happy with this line-up at this point of pre-season, they'd probably all say yes.

Although many would like to see more additions come in, signing Frenkie de Jong and being able to keep a hold of Cristiano Ronaldo would bring a tonne of optimism around the Old