Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has backed Fred to play an important role in stopping Manchester City midfielder Rodri control the play in the derby clash on Saturday.
The Reds came into the fixture against Pep Guardiola's side having won each of their last eight matches in all competitions. Erik ten Hag's side currently sit fourth in the Premier League table, but are level on points with third-placed Newcastle United.
City, meanwhile, were knocked out of the Carabao Cup in midweek at the hands of Southampton, but still find themselves second in the top-flight table and four points clear of United in the league.
