Eric Bailly and Daniel James to start - Manchester United predicted line up vs Aston Villa

straight to your inbox every day for freeRoy Keane insisted Ole Gunnar Solskjaer did not make a controversial decision in bringing Victor Lindelof into the Manchester United team ahead of Eric Bailly against Liverpool. The Swedish defender has been part of United's first-choice centre-back pairing for the last two years, alongside Harry Maguire at the heart of defence.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans have named their ideal starting line-up to face Liverpool this afternoon.The Reds make the short trip to Anfield to face their fierce rivals sat three points above of them at the top of the Premier League table.It is undoubtedly a big game in normal circumstances but the finely-poised table has meant the derby has taken on an added significance.There is plenty of debate over how Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should take to the field, with

straight to your inbox every day for freeHarry Maguire has put his impressive partnership with Eric Bailly at the heart of the Manchester United defence down to the competition for places in the squad.The duo have started five of United's last seven games in all competition, keeping three clean sheets in the process, and they have complemented each other well.Bailly's pace has been a good foil for Maguire's more aggressive approach and there's every chance they will get to continue their

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United will be looking to stretch their lead at the top of the Premier League as they travel to face Liverpool at Anfield this weekend.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side climbed to first place with victory over Burnley in midweek and could extend their lead if they win on Sunday afternoon.United are winless in their last four Premier League games against Liverpool (D2 L2), their longest run without a win against their rivals since a run of five

straight to your inbox every day for freePaul Scholes has boldly declared that Manchester United are capable of winning the Premier League this season but has named one key area of improvement.United tackle Liverpool in a top of the table clash on Sunday at Anfield, entering the game with a three-point margin following the midweek triumph against Burnley.

straight to your inbox every day for freeDavid de GeaHad little to deal with as Burnley did not manage an attempt on target all night. Encouraged teammates.

straight to your inbox every day for free Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is confident Edinson Cavani has lost none of the momentum he'd built up at Manchester United after his three-match ban.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United have named Nemanja Matic, Eric Bailly and Edinson Cavani in their side to face Burnley tonight. United lock horns with the Clarets at Turf Moor in the Premier League this evening (8.15pm kick off GMT), with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer making 10 changes to the side that played Watford in the FA Cup.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United will take top spot in the Premier League as long as they avoid defeat by Burnley tonight.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side will be looking to build upon their recent momentum as they make the trip to Turf Moor, having beaten Watford in the FA Cup on Saturday night.United are the only side still unbeaten away from home in the Premier League this season, winning six of their seven games so far.

straight to your inbox every day for free Manchester United will move into first place in the Premier League as long as they avoid defeat to Burnley. After a mixed start to the season Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side could boost their unlikely title credentials when they finally play their game in hand at Turf Moor on Tuesday night.

straight to your inbox every day for freeEric Bailly has assured Manchester United supporters that he is fine after he was withdrawn late on in the first half of the Reds' win over Watford.Bailly received treatment after colliding with Dean Henderson and was eventually replaced by Harry Maguire as the Reds secured passage to the fourth round of the FA Cup with a 1-0 win over the Championship side.

straight to your inbox every day for free Axel Tuanzebe hailed Eric Bailly as Manchester United's "warrior" after his injury in the FA Cup third-round win against Watford. The Ivorian centre-back was forced off just before half-time after taking a knee to the neck from goalkeeper Dean Henderson as he cleared a ball.

straight to your inbox every day for free Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Eric Bailly will have to undergo scans following an injury he suffered against Watford over the weekend. The Ivorian defender was forced off just before half-time during United's 1-0 victory in the third round of the FA Cup at Old Trafford.

direct to your inboxManchester United are set to make wholesale changes for the FA Cup third-round clash against Watford, with Dean Henderson among those sure to keep his place.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirmed he would make "a few changes" from the United side that lost 2-0 to Manchester City in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night. United could recall Brandon Williams, Eric Bailly, Axel Tuanzebe and Alex Telles to their defence, while Donny van de Beek is set to start.

straight to your inbox every day for freeEric Bailly has revealed he has already spoken at length with new Manchester United signing Amad Diallo and has welcomed him to the club.United completed a move worth an initial £18million for the Ivorian winger, Bailly's fellow countryman, though Diallo had to wait from October until this week for the transfer from Atalanta to go through.Bailly said the 18-year-old is a huge talent, though advised United fans to be patient with Diallo.

straight to your inbox every day for free Eric Bailly says he is targeting a prolonged spell in the Manchester United team without suffering an injury following his return to form. The Ivorian centre-back is one of the most in-form defenders in the Premier League following a string of impressive performances for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side.

straight to your inbox every day for freeDavid de GeaSaved well from John McGinn at 0-0 and commanded his area well. Made another save in the second-half.

straight to your inbox every day for freeOle Gunnar Solskjaer lauded Eric Bailly's performance after Manchester United went level on points with Liverpool.Bailly started his fourth consecutive United match for the first time since September 2017 in their 2-1 win over Aston Villa and executed a pivotal block in the final seconds to thwart substitute Keinan Davis.Solskjaer recalled Bailly for the Carabao Cup quarter-final win at Everton last week and the 26-year-old has formed an impressive

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United continue their hectic festive schedule with a New Year's Day showdown against Aston Villa.United take on Villa at Old Trafford (8pm kick-off) in their first Premier League match of 2021. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's men finished 2020 with a 1-0 home victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Tuesday, thanks to a late Marcus Rashford goal.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pinpointed the threat of Ollie Watkins and Anwar El Ghazi ahead of Friday's meeting with Aston Villa.Dean Smith's side avoided relegation on the final day of last season but have been the surprise package in the Premier League this season.Villa defeated champions Liverpool 7-2 earlier in the season and currently sit fifth after playing just 14 games, four points behind United and seven points behind Jurgen