Predicted Manchester United line-up v Leicester City
May 11, 2021
Manchester United will field a heavily rotated team against Leicester City tonight.
With Champions League qualification already established, this is simply a game to get past, with another against Liverpool to be played on Thursday.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has a job on his hands picking the right team, with some areas easier than others to fill.
Lets begin with the easier aspects of the team selection, the goalkeeper and back four… (Photo by Matteo Ciambelli/DeFodi Images via Getty Images)
Back five rotate in…
Expect an all-change backline, with David de Gea returning to the Premier League line-up for Dean Henderson, who will come back in to face Liverpool.
(Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)
Anthony Elanga s absence from under-23 game a hint he could be with United first team v Leicester
May 11, 2021
Manchester United will be unable to field a full strength XI against Leicester City tonight due to the ridiculous short turnaround between matches.
The game will be a chance for fringe players to get involved, with Donny van de Beek, Juan Mata and Alex Telles among them.
It’s also a chance for youth players too, with Amad likely among them.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was asked in his press conference on Monday if either Amad or Shola Shoretire would be involved, and he responded by saying young players would be in his thoughts over the coming stretch of matches, with Champions League qualification already assured.
Edinson Cavani signs Manchester United contract extension
May 10, 2021
Edinson Cavani has reported signed his Manchester United contract extension.
The Uruguayan has put pen to paper on an extension after a blistering end to the season, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.
Edinson Cavani has signed his contract extension with Manchester United, here we go! #MUFC
The agreement has been completed, Cavani has accepted to stay after Man Utd board and Solskjaer were pushing to keep him. Confirmed and done deal. #ManUtd#Cavani Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 10, 2021
Cavani has scored eight goals and provided three assists in his last seven Manchester United games.
Edinson Cavani explains decision to renew Manchester United contract
May 10, 2021
Edinson Cavani’s contract extension at Manchester United has been confirmed by the club.
The Uruguayan’s new deal runs until June 2022, and this ends a period of uncertainty for the striker.
Cavani spoke to United’s website to explain his decision, and said he has a bond with the club which he is reluctant to break so soon. (Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)
Cavani said: “Over the season, I have developed a great affection for the club and everything that it represents. I feel a deep bond with my team-mates and the staff who work behind the scenes here. They give me extra motivation every day and I know that, together, we can achieve special things.
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