(4-2-3-1) Predicted Man United XI vs Fulham,Five changes made to the squad that played against Man city as Ten Hag set to start the season with a massive three points

After a period of anticipation, Manchester United fans finally have something to cheer about in the transfer market. Although the club made early moves by securing Joshua Zirkzee and Leny Yoro, frustration had been mounting as other transfer efforts seemed to stall without producing significant results. However, the mood shifted positively when news broke yesterday that Manchester United had successfully completed deals with Bayern Munich to sign Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui for a combined fee of £60 million. These signings are expected to revitalize the team’s defense.

Defense has been a persistent concern for Erik ten Hag as he prepares for the upcoming season, especially given the injury-prone nature of several key players. However, with the astute acquisitions of De Ligt and Mazraoui, Manchester United has made a significant step toward solidifying their backline. The focus now turns to how ten Hag might integrate these new signings into his starting eleven.

In goal, Andre Onana remains the undisputed first choice. The Cameroonian goalkeeper will be looking to build on his performances from last season and establish himself as a commanding presence between the posts. In front of him, the defense is likely to take the shape of a four-man backline, with Noussair Mazraoui slotting in at right-back, Matthijs de Ligt partnering Lisandro Martinez as the central defensive duo, and Luke Shaw holding down the left-back position.

While Diogo Dalot has been one of Manchester United’s standout performers over the past year and a half, Mazraoui will likely rotate with the Portuguese defender for the right-back spot. De Ligt, on the other hand, is expected to secure a starting role immediately, especially given Leny Yoro’s absence due to injury for the next three months.

In midfield, Casemiro has shown enough during pre-season to retain his position as the defensive midfielder. With no new signings brought in to challenge his role, his inclusion in the starting lineup seems almost certain. He could be joined by English prospect Kobbie Mainoo, who would partner him at the base of midfield, providing a balance of experience and youthful energy.