The form book is running against Manchester United as they prepare to head to Crystal Palace in the Premier League.
Erik ten Hag’s men drew 1-1 at home to relegation-threatened Burnley last time out, meaning they have only won two of their past nine top-flight outings.
In another blow for the Dutchman, talismanic midfielder Bruno Fernandes is an injury doubt despite having never missed a game due to fitness issues since joining the Red Devils in January 2020. It would compound an already considerable injury crisis
There is a sense that Palace might be getting United at the right time. Prior to a 1-1 draw at Fulham last weekend thanks to Jeffrey Schlup’s late equaliser, the Eagles had won three games in succession.
A shock 1-0 victory at Anfield served to derail Liverpool’s title hopes and Palace will have their eye on another major scalp.