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Alex Richards

Man Utd's 22-man squad for Barcelona showdown with midfield lineup already decided

Manchester United head to Barcelona in fine form but with injuries and suspension ensuring a headache for boss Erik ten Hag.

With Marcel Sabitzer unavailable due to suspension and Christian Eriksen, Donny van de Beek and Scott McTominay injured, the central midfield trio that the Dutchman will use at Camp Now practically picks itself, with vice-captain Bruno Fernandes, former Real Madrid man Casemiro and Fred all set to start. Youngster Kobbie Mainoo is the only outright central midfielder who has travelled as cover.

In defence, the absence of Lisandro Martinez - having landed himself three yellow cards during the group stage - means Ten Hag must decide on the make up of his backline. Does he start with Luke Shaw at centre-back - as he did in the win at Leeds on Sunday - or move the England international back to his more nominal position at left-back?

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