As their successful pre-season tour of the United States draws to a close, Manchester United are preparing for their final match before returning to England. The team is currently poised to win the Premier League Summer Series after a series of strong performances.
Under manager Erik ten Hag, United opened the tournament with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over West Ham United, followed by a dominant 4-1 win against Bournemouth. These results have fostered considerable optimism within the squad ahead of the new season.
However, a final challenge awaits against a familiar opponent in Everton. Managed by David Moyes, the Toffees will be keen to disrupt United’s momentum, despite their own struggles during the pre-season.
Here is a look at a potential Manchester United lineup for the final Summer Series match.
GK: Altay Bayındır — With Tom Heaton having started against Bournemouth and André Onana still unavailable, the Turkish international is expected to return to the starting lineup.
CB: Lisandro Martínez — The Argentinian is continuing his return to full fitness and could receive another start to build match sharpness ahead of the Premier League’s opening weekend.
CB: Harry Maguire — After a delayed start to the tour, Maguire has featured in both US matches and is expected to be reinstated into the starting eleven.
CB: Willy Kambwala — The young defender has earned valuable minutes during the pre-season and may get another opportunity to impress as the manager continues to assess his defensive depth.
RWB: Diogo Dalot — Dalot started the last match and is likely to retain his spot at right wing-back as he competes with Aaron Wan-Bissaka for the position.
CM: Kobbie Mainoo — The gifted midfielder is looking to build on his breakout season. He remains a key part of the manager’s plans and will be aiming to hit top form against Everton.
CM: Bruno Fernandes — The captain is a constant presence in the team. Ten Hag has been experimenting with his midfield pairings, and the creative Fernandes-Mainoo pivot offers an intriguing tactical option.
LWB: Luke Shaw — Following an injury-disrupted campaign last season, Shaw is using the pre-season to regain his peak fitness and will be crucial to United’s defensive structure.
AM: Amad Diallo — After scoring against Bournemouth, the versatile Ivorian could keep his spot in the attack. His ability to play across the frontline gives the manager valuable tactical flexibility.
AM: Mason Mount — Rested for the previous match, Mount is expected to return to the starting lineup. He will be looking to create chances and build his on-field chemistry with the forwards.
ST: Rasmus Højlund — Having opened his pre-season account with a well-taken goal against Bournemouth, the Danish striker will likely lead the line once more.
