Kobbie Mainoo returns as Marcus Rashford decision made - Manchester United fans pick team vs Liverpool FC

Manchester United face a daunting trip to Liverpool this afternoon and supporters have picked the team they hope to get a result from Anfield.

United return to the scene of last season's 7-0 drubbing in the hope of regaining some pride, but do so in worse form this time round. Erik ten Hag's side have lost three of their last four matches and suffered seven Premier League defeats already this term.

The most recent of those came at Old Trafford last weekend as Bournemouth cruised to a 3-0 win. United's misery was compounded when Bruno Fernandes picked up a fifth yellow card the club captain will serve a one-game ban this afternoon.

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Fernandes' absence has opened up a spot in central midfield and fans have called for the return of Kobbie Mainoo to shore things up. The 18-year-old has been excellent in two Premier League starts at Everton and Newcastle, proving he can cope in the most fervent atmospheres.

Mainoo will not be Fernandes' direct replacement, instead coming in alongside the improving Sofyan Amrabat to try and stifle Liverpool's midfield. That will allow Scott McTominay, United's main goal threat in recent weeks with three in five, to move further forward and try and nick another goal or two.

McTominay will be tasked with supporting United's frontline and there will be no better time to get a first Premier League goal than today for Rasmus Hojlund. The 20-year-old will almost certainly start up front, with Anthony Martial unavailable due to illness.

Antony is a sure-fire starter on the right but Marcus Rashford's return to the squad leaves a choice on the left. United