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1 The Premier League returns this weekend and talkSPORT has a huge GameDay lined up, including Manchester United against West Brom at 8pm on Saturday.
You can hear live and exclusive commentary of the game with us as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men look to build on their morale boosting win over Everton.
Solskjaer alleviated some of the pressure on him with a win at EvertonGetty Images - GettyThe 3-1 victory at Goodison Park was vital with pressure mounting on the Norwegian manager after a selection of poor results.
A Bruno Fernandes double and Edinson Cavani’s first goal since his move got business done, despite an early goal from Bernard, the Brazilian Toffee.
United must now make up for their dallying against the Baggies, who provided stiff competition for high-flying Tottenham last time out.
A triumph would see them soar from 14th to seventh and ease pressure on Solskjaer at Old Trafford.
His handling of Paul Pogba has raised eyebrows and prior to the international break it seemed as though the midfielder was now well down the pecking order.
Speaking about his situation, Pogba said: “This is a period that I haven’t previously experienced in my career, as I’ve been used to playing all the time and getting into my rhythm, so that’s suddenly changed.
“I feel I’m gradually getting back into it now. I’m rediscovering my form. That’s the sort of performance that I need to produce and I need to do so consistently.
Pogba added: “[Playing with France] it’s like a window that opens up. It’s a breath of fresh air when you come here. We have a truly fantastic squad. When we come here, we’re all happy.
Pogba’s Manchester United days are looking numberedGetty Images - Getty“We’re all pleased to see one another. We really enjoy ourselves on the pitch. That doesn’t mean we don’t enjoy ourselves at club level, but it’s not the same here. We’re a real family, and we have so much fun when we come here.”
So, will Pobga have returned with renewed vigour and be able to take back his spot in the first-team under Solskjaer? talkSPORT.com takes a look at how the Red Devils could line-up against West Brom.
Pogba has been restricted to a substitute role in recent weeksAFP or licensorsManchester United team news
The Red Devils haven’t had much luck on the injury front in the last two weeks with Marcus Rashford a doubt due to a shoulder problem which saw him unable to go on England duty and the club say his ‘availability is in question’.
Cavani could finally make his first Premier League start if Rashford does miss out.
Left-back Luke Shaw is set for a month out due to the hamstring injury he picked up against Everton before the international break.
Mason Greenwood is touch and go due to illness, while Jesse Lingard is on the way back from a recent issue but may not be available selection.
Rashford could miss Man United’s clash with West BromAFP or LicensorsUnited are, though, hopeful Alex Telles, who has not featured since October due to a positive COVID-19 test, will be available.
Reports have suggested the Brazilian had returned a second positive test while on international duty but that is not the case and should be fit.
Eric Bailly is another who could return, which may be vital with Victor Lindelof currently nursing a back problem
Anthony Martial trained alone on France duty after he also picked up a back issue, so Solskjaer will be sweating on his health.
Manchester United predicted line-up against West Brom
You can hear Manchester United v West Brom live and exclusively on talkSPORT at 8pm on Saturday, November 21
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