The last time Manchester United played Manchester City, Cristiano Ronaldo was not involved.
The 37-year-old did not make the trip to the Etihad Stadium back in March and his absence raised eyebrows at the time given he was United's top goalscorer. Ralf Rangnick claimed that Ronaldo was injured, while other reports suggested he was completely dropped from the Red Devils squad.
United were struggling for form ahead of the clash with the reigning Premier League champions, having previously drawn against Atletico Madrid and Watford. They needed a win to reignite their campaign but questions were raised when Ronaldo was not included in the Red Devils' 18-man contingent.