Manchester United XI vs Chelsea: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

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. Carrick may be forced to play Fernandes out wide again if he does not start Cunha up top, with Youri Tielemans sitting in the No10 role.

Predicted Manchester United XI vs Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Lammens; Yoro, Maguire, Martinez, Dalot; Andrey Santos, Baleba; Amad, Tielemans, Fernandes; Mbuemo