Manchester United predicted line-up to face Lyon in Europa League quarter-final clash

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Manchester United will take on Lyon on Thursday night for the first leg of the Europa League quarter-final.

Ruben Amorim will have high hopes for his Manchester United side this week, with a season-defining clash with Lyon awaiting the Red Devils in France.

There is some pressure on Amorim to win the Europa League, with financial rewards and also Champions League football on the line. Qualifying for Europe could end up vital in attracting some top targets this summer.

United can take a big step toward the semi-finals by picking up a win over Lyon away from home, and Amorim will be keen to make next week’s game at Old Trafford as stress-free as possible.

On Wednesday, United flew to France with a 23-man squad, a strong group for Amorim to use with Kobbie Mainoo a notable return for the visitors.

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How Manchester United could line-up against Lyon

For months, Amorim had a squad which barely filled the bench, but against Lyon, he will name 12 bench players, giving United plenty of options in the game to make changes.

But how will the starting line-up look? Here is our predicted XI.

Andre Onana

In goal, Amorim already confirmed on Wednesday that it will be Onana who is handed the start, with Altay Bayindir only just returning from injury.

Noussair Mazraoui

On the right of the back three, Mazraoui has been excellent as a central defender for Amorim and so will likely start here for the biggest game of the season.

Harry Maguire

In the middle, United are without Matthijs de Ligt and so it would be likely that Maguire will be named as the starter. The Englishman has become a real favourite for Amorim.

Leny Yoro

Completing the back three will be Yoro, who has been very impressive lately, not being dribbled past in the past 12 games.

Diogo Dalot

At right wing-back, Dalot is almost certain the be named as the starter, with Jaydan Kamason set to be on the bench.

Casemiro

Recently, Casemiro has been rolling back the years for United and due to this, he has likely played himself into the starting line-up against Lyon.

Bruno Fernandes

Despite playing further forward in the derby, Fernandes has shown recently that he is more impactful from deeper. So, we expect him to start beside Casemiro, a proactive decision from Amorim.

Patrick Dorgu

Dorgu was unfairly criticised following the derby draw but deserves more praise for his performances and should absolutely start here against Lyon.

Mason Mount

Amorim could thrust Mount into the starting line-up, where the former Chelsea man may be a difference-maker for United. Mount impressed against City and deserves to play a big role against Lyon.

Joshua Zirkzee

Alongside Mount, Alejandro Garnacho could be dropped to the bench, and in his stead, Zirkzee could be back in the position he has been impressive in for United.

Rasmus Hojlund

Leading the line, we expect it will be Hojlund, with Chido Obi ineligible for the Europa League. But this may see the 17-year-old handed a chance against Newcastle on Sunday.