Manchester United XI vs Chelsea: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today
Carrick has confirmed that Fernandes will retain the skipper’s armband in the aftermath of his public criticism of the tactics used in the recent heavy Champions League loss in Como.
Carrick’s biggest headache remains the same: his defence. That is extremely pertinent against a Chelsea side showing off their attacking prowess under Xabi Alonso, scoring 26 goals in 11 matches.
With no fit left-backs available, including Luke Shaw, it feels inevitable that Diogo Dalot will start there again, with centre-back Leny Yoro likely preferred over natural full-back Noussair Mazraoui on the right.
Back in action: Bruno Fernandes should start as Manchester United travel to Chelsea
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Amad Diallo has blown hot and cold under Carrick so far, but remains capable of winning any match on his day.
Manchester United XI vs Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Yoro; Andrey Santos, Baleba; Amad, Fernandes, Mbeumo; Cunha
Subs: Darlow, De Ligt, Heaven, Mazraoui, Mainoo, Mount, Tielemans, Lacey, Zirkzee
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