Rangers will head south to face Manchester United for a mouth-watering Europa League fixture at Old Trafford on Thursday for a highly anticipated battle of Britain tie.
Just one point separates the sides in the Europa League, with both the Red Devil’s and the Gers knowing a victory will virtually guarantee them at least a place in the last 16 playoffs, with one game remaining in the League Phase of the competition.
Heading into the clash, both sides have a number of selection problems, with United boss Ruben Amorim without Luke Shaw, Jonny Evans, Mason Mount and Victor Lindelof. Marcus Rashford and Antony are also not expected to take part in the game, with the duo heavily linked with departures.
Rangers could be without several first-team stars for the game too. Jack Butland, Dujon Sterling, Oscar Cortes, Naraysho Kasanwirjo, Tom Lawrence and John Souttar are all expected to miss the game with injury, while Ianis Hagi, Rabbi Matondo, Danilo, Rafael Fernandes and Clinton Nsiala are all ineligible due to not being included in the club’s Europa League squad. Mohamed Diomande is suspended.
With a host of injury, suspension and illegibility concerns, The Scotsman predict how both sides will line-up for the game at Old Trafford on Thursday.
9. RWB: Noussair Mazraoui - Manchester United
The Moroccan full-back has been a regular feature in the United starting XI, and will start at right-wing back on Thursday. | Manchester United via Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
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10. LB: Jefte - Rangers
Had established himself as Philippe Clement's first choice left-back. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
11. LWB: Diego Dalot - Manchester United
The Italian has taken on the role of left-wing back in recent months, and will be expected to continue there for this week's game. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
12. CM: Nicolas Raskin - Rangers
Rested for the weekend Scottish Cup tie against Fraserburgh, the Belgian comes straight back in for the visit to Old Trafford. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images