Europa League: How Man Utd could line-up against LASK
Manchester United are set to unleash the kids as they take on LASK on Wednesday night.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Co take on the Austrian minnows in the second-leg of their Europa League last-16 tie leading 5-0 from the away leg.
Now back at Old Trafford, the United boss could give the likes of Teden Mengi and Ethan Galbraith a run-out.
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The pair have been knocking on the door of the first-team all season.
Now, with a more-than comfortable five-goal cushion to rest on, Solskjaer could stick speedy center-back Mengi into the starting XI.
Man Utd have been crying out for a new, long-term partner for captain Harry Maguire all season.
And Mengi, 18, could be given the chance to show the boss just what he can do.
Meanwhile, Galbraith, 19, is set to be given the chance to start in the heart of midfield.
The Northern Irish ace may be played alongside Scott McTominay in a young, energetic deep tandem.
Brandon Williams – fresh from signing a new four-year contract – is certain to start at left-back with Luke Shaw injured.
And Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Maguire should start in defence to complement the youngsters, along with cup stopper Sergio Romero.
Further up, Mason Greenwood is likely to be given the chance to play as the sole striker, despite shining out wide alongside Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial post-lockdown.
Tahith Chong and Daniel James could start on the flanks supporting him, with Bruno Fernandes set to continue in his No10 role in the midst of a red-hot run of form.
However, Solskjaer could opt for experience in a bid to ensure their quarter-final place is safe.
But if the Norwegian decides to go all-out on the youngster front, it could mean starts for the likes of goalkeeper Nathan Bishop, 20, and defender Ethan Laird, 19, and 20-year-old center-mid James Garner.
Solskjaer has challenged his squad – whose late run secured third place in the Premier League and a Champions League spot for next term – to win the Europa League and use it as a stepping stone to future glory.
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He roared: “This team has developed through the season.
“We were delighted to finish third in the Premier League and the next step is to get your hands on a trophy.
“We have been to two semi-finals this season in the EFL Cup and FA Cup now we want to go one step further and win something.