Goalkeeper and Defence
GK – Alisson – Slot said that the Brazilian was “close” to returning for the Palace game, so another week should be sufficient for him to be available.
RB – Curtis Jones – the midfielder’s composure on the ball is perfect for such a frenetic game, much like the Merseyside derby.
CB – Ibrahima Konate – the Frenchman usually loves going up against physical forwards, and we’d expect him to get the better of Benjamin Sesko.
CB – Virgil van Dijk – United are dangerous with their deliveries into the box, and the captain needs to be on hand to snuff out the danger with his aerial ability.
LB – Andy Robertson – Slot has favoured the Scot ahead of Milos Kerkez for the last two games, and his experience of playing at Old Trafford may mean he gets a third start in a row.
