Manchester United starting XI vs Manchester City leaked

Manchester United are due to face Manchester City in the Manchester derby at Old Trafford, with the game kicking off at 12:30pm on Saturday lunchtime.

United, who currently sit seventh in the Premier League, come into the game following a 2-1 defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion in the Third Round of the FA Cup.

Meanwhile, City come into the game having won 10-1 against League One side Exeter City in their FA Cup tie.

Furthermore, in the Premier League, the Citizens have picked up 43 points to leave them second in the league hearing into the game.

On the other hand, the Red Devils have picked up 32 points to leave themselves in their current league position.

With this in mind, both sides may look at the game with the thought of picking up crucial points ahead of the 3pm kick-off’s and later weekend fixtures.

Ahead of the game, both managers (Michael Carrick and Pep Guardiola) have been previewing the game and providing updates on their respective teams.

Earlier in the week, it was reported that Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo were back in contention for the fixture following their sides being knocked out of the African Cup of Nations.

Now, with the game close, the starting eleven has been leaked.

As seen on Samuel Luckhurst’s Facebook page, Manchester United are due to line up as follows:

• Senne Lammens
• Diogo Dalot
• Harry Maguire
• Lisandro Martinez
• Luke Shaw
• Casemiro
• Kobbie Mainoo
• Amad
• Bruno Fernandes
• Patrick Dorgu
• Bryan Mbeumo

Now, with the starting eleven leaked, United fans may look towards the game with a greater sense of clarity.

Furthermore, supporters may look towards City to see what their line-up will be, and the challenge they will pose to Michael Carrick’s troops.