Pundits disagree on Manchester United vs Aston Villa score ahead of Premier League clash

Manchester United return to Premier League action this evening but the pundits are unsure as to which variant of Erik ten Hag's side we will see.

On Saturday, the Reds' gritty fighting spirit which served them so well at Anfield the previous weekend, deserted them as West Ham were comfortable winners at the London Stadium. Despite both sides offering little going forwards, it was David Moyes' men who snatched all three points thanks to Jarrod Bowen and Mohammed Kudus.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has now officially arrived at Old Trafford and shall be taking control of the football operation once the deal is ratified by the Premier League. United will be hoping that off field clarity can provide a boost on the pitch against Unai Emery's high-flying side.

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It is the dawn of a new era in Manchester but will the movement in the boardroom translate to on-field success? MEN Sport has taken a look at what the pundits think will happen.

Speaking to BBC Sport, Sutton said: "It will be tight, but I think Aston Villa will win this game - and I don't see Manchester United scoring for what would be a fifth game in a row. Manchester United have only managed 18 goals in 18 league games so far this season. Sheffield United are the only top-flight team to have scored fewer, which tells you Ten Hag's side have alarming problems in attack.

"So why would anyone think that all of a sudden they are just going to flick a switch and thump someone? It is not as if they are creating loads of chances and missing unbelievable opportunities.

"Villa are a well-balanced team and they are able to get results without being at their best. Their away form has