How Erik Ten Hag's Manchester United will line up against Brighton and Hove Albion in their first game of the Premier League season
Manchester United are less than two weeks away from kicking off their Premier League campaign, when they welcome Brighton and Hove Albion to Old Trafford on Sunday (August 7).
By Frankie Elliott
Published 29th Jul 2022, 10:54 BST
Updated 29th Jul 2022, 11:19 BST
The new United boss has been busy in this summer’s transfer window – spending £72 million on 3 new additions to the squad.
Tyrell Malacia became United’s first signing of the Ten Hag era earlier this month as he arrived from Feyenoord for £15 million.
Christian Eriksen has also signed on a free transfer and Lisandro Martinez was bought from Ajax for £48 million earlier this week.
The Red Devils have enjoyed a successful pre season so far – winning three games and drawing one – scoring 13 goals along the way.
Ten Hag’s first 11 for their curtain raiser against Brighton is much anticipated and the Dutchmen will know that Graham Potter’s side will be no pushovers.
That said, here is how SussexWorld expect United to line up against the Albion next weekend….
Christian Eriksen has also signed on a free transfer and Lisandro Martinez was bought from Ajax for £48 million earlier this week.
9. Jadon Sancho
Behind the Frenchmen, Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho appear back to their best after disappointing 2021/22 seasons. Sancho has looked more livelier on the right flank, having had a disappointing first season in Manchester – scoring and assisting 3 goals in 29 top-flight appearances. (Photo by Albert Perez/Getty Images) Photo: Albert Perez
10. Marcus Rashford
Rashford has equally impressed with his movement and link-up play in the final third. The 23-year-old will look to hit the ground running and impress England manager Gareth Southgate – with a World Cup just around the corner. (Photo by Will Russell/Getty Images) Photo: Will Russell
11. Bruno Fernandes
Bruno Fernandes should continue to start in the number 10 role. Van de Beek caught the eye against Crystal Palace with an assist, but may need to work harder to break into the first 11, given Fernandes’ consistency over recent years. (Photo by Will Russell/Getty Images) Photo: Will Russell