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Picking the Best Potential Man Utd Lineup to Face Bournemouth in the Premier League on Saturday
November 2, 2018 at 12:00:00 AM GMT+1
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Manchester United travel to Dean Court on Saturday as they seek to earn back-to-back wins for only the second time this season.

Their hosts, Bournemouth, are in excellent form themselves and are unbeaten since September. The Cherries unbeaten run has seen them climb to sixth in the Premier League table; a win at the weekend could see the hosts rise to fourth.

Here's how José Mourinho's side may line-up for Saturday's early kick-off:

1. Goalkeeper and Defenders

David De Gea (GK) - The Spaniard hasn't quite been at his unflappable best this season, though recent performances have shown he remains one of the world's best.

Ashley Young (RB) - The winger turned full-back has looked increasingly assured at the back this season, and still possesses the pace to offer an offensive threat down his flank.

Chris Smalling (CB) - In the absence of Phil Jones, Smalling has seemingly earned the trust of his manager, playing the full 90 in his side's last eight games in the league.

Victor Lindelof (CB) - The Swede looks to have settled at Old Trafford after a slow start to life in the Premier League.

Luke Shaw (LB) - After consistent public criticism from Mourinho last season, Shaw has been Man Utd's star performer this term providing balance between attack and defence down the left flank.

2. Midfielders

Fred (CM) - The Brazilian still needs time to adjust to the demands of life in the Premier League though offers legs and dynamism in a midfield that is at times guilty of playing too slowly.

Nemanja Matic (CM) - Provides the defensive cover needed to allow Pogba to express himself further up the pitch.

Paul Pogba (CM) - The enigmatic Frenchman has found himself the main topic of discussion again this season after public disputes with Mourinho. To his credit the midfielder has provided the catalyst for comebacks when needed this term.

3. Forwards

Juan Mata (RW) - The experienced Spaniard may not be the quickest, though his ability to cut in and create from out wide has become a key feature of Man Utd's play this season.

Marcus Rashford (ST) - Preferred recently to Romelu Lukaku who looks bereft of confidence in front of goal, the 21-year-old must take his opportunity through the middle or face being pushed out wide again.

Anthony Martial (LW) - With four goals in his last three appearances, Martial looks to have found his best form again after inconsistency last year. The winger's calmness in front of goal has been crucial for his side in recent weeks.

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