Man United vs Brighton Preview: Team News and Possible Starting XI

• Man United will be back in action on Tuesday night, February 15, as they host Brighton at Old Trafford
• The match comes at a time United are struggling for form and confidence, having dropped points in two of their last outings
• The Red Devils currently sit fifth on the standings with 40 points and victory over the Seagulls will see them climb to fourth momentarily

Man United are scheduled to take on Brighton on Tuesday night, February 15, in a match they will be desperate to return to winning ways.

The match comes at a time United are battling for confidence after dropping points in two of their recent fixtures to stumble in the top four race.

The Red Devils' frustrations continued at the weekend after they settled for a 1-1 draw with Southampton at home.

The match saw Ralf Rangnick's charges surrender a 1-0 advantage as they allowed the Saints to stage a comeback to ensure the tie ends in a draw.

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Brighton, on the other hand, secured a 2-0 win over relegation battlers Watford in their last outing and will be keen to build on the momentum during their tri[ to Old Trafford.

Man United team news

Rangnick will be welcoming Fred back after a recent positive test for COVID-19 but will miss the services of Nemanja Matic who is struggling with a shin complaint.

Other players unavailable for selection include Edinson Cavani who is absent due to a groin complaint, while Eric Bailly is also out.

As for Harry Maguire, it remains to be seen if he will start after he came under immense criticism owing to his poor form.

Luke Shaw faces a similar fate and we could see a potential tweak in left-back with Alex Telles coming on for the Englishman.

Brighton team news

As for the Seagulls, Jeremy Sarmiento and Enock Mwepu remain unavailable through injury.

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Back from international duty, Yves Bissouma could be re-integrated into the squad after his international duty, while Leandro Trossard is pushing to partner Maupay in attack.

In such a set-up, former Man United attacker Danny Welbeck could potentially be dropped to the bench.

Man United possible starting XI:

De Gea; Dalot, Varane, Maguire, Telles; McTominay, Fred; Rashford, Fernandes, Sancho; Ronaldo

Brighton possible starting XI:

Sanchez; Veltman, Dunk, Webster; Lamptey, Lallana, Bissouma, Moder, Cucurella; Maupay, Trossard