Manchester United face Southampton at St Mary's on Saturday afternoon looking to bounce back from their surprise defeat to Crystal Palace.

United had been expected to record three points against the Eagles after strong showings against Chelsea and Wolverhampton Wanderers, but a last-gasp strike from Patrick van Aanholt earned the Londoners a shock triumph.

Injuries were also sustained by two of the club's first-team players, leaving Ole Gunnar Solskjaer with several selection dilemmas ahead of this weekend's fixture.

Here, Sports Mole predicts how United could line up for the meeting with the Saints on the south coast.

Out: Eric Bailly (knee), Luke Shaw (hamstring), Diogo Dalot (other), Timothy Fosu-Mensah (knee)
Doubtful: Anthony Martial (thigh)

While Anthony Martial appears to be close to shaking off a thigh problem, Solskjaer may opt against taking any risks on the Frenchman given United's lack of experienced options down the middle.

That could see Juan Mata given his first start of the campaign, with Daniel James remaining on the opposite flank having netted twice in his first three appearances since signing from Swansea City.

The change in balance could see Solskjaer tinker with his formation, potentially leading to Andreas Pereira being provided with an opportunity in midfield ahead of Jesse Lingard.

However, the Norwegian also has the option of including either Nemanja Matic or Fred alongside Scott McTominay and moving Paul Pogba into a more advanced role.

The hamstring injury suffered by Luke Shaw should lead to Ashley Young being brought in on the left-hand side of the backline.