Leicester City heads to Old Trafford to face Manchester United in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. Despite the significant step up in competition from recent rounds against Tranmere Rovers and Walsall, Foxes head coach Steve Cooper is expected to stick with his rotation approach, allowing fringe players and emerging talents to shine on a larger stage.
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So, how will Steve Cooper prepare the starting XI of the Foxes for this Man United vs Leicester City EFL Cup game? Here is the Leicester City predicted lineup vs Man United for this EFL Cup fixture.
Leicester City predicted lineup vs Man United - EFL Cup (4-2-3-1)
Goalkeeper: Danny Ward
Ward, the third-round hero with a penalty shootout save against Walsall, is set to guard the posts again for this critical Man United vs Leicester City fixture.
Right Back: James Justin
With Victor Kristiansen sidelined due to a muscle injury, Justin may retain his spot in this Man United vs Leicester City EFL Cup game after featuring in the recent loss to Nottingham Forest.
Centre Back: Conor Coady
The experienced England international is expected to slot in, providing leadership at the heart of Leicester's defence in place of Wout Faes.
Centre Back: Caleb Okoli
Okoli is likely to continue in the backline as Jannik Vestergaard manages an ankle injury, forming a solid pairing with Coady in this Man United vs Leicester City Carabao Cup game.
Left Back: Luke Thomas
Thomas is set to step in on the left flank, where he has proven his defensive reliability in previous cup outings.
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Centre Midfielder: Boubakary Soumare
Soumare, who has been linked with a move in the January transfer window, is expected to get a rare start to showcase his skills.
Centre Midfielder: Oliver Skipp
Skipp partners Soumare in the midfield engine room in this Man United vs Leicester City game, providing balance and control in central areas.
Right Midfielder: Kasey McAteer
McAteer is expected to be handed a starting role on the right wing as Cooper continues to test his depth in this position.
Attacking Midfielder: Bobby De Cordova-Reid
De Cordova-Reid is set to operate as the creative hub in the number 10 role, where he can drive the attack forward.
Left Midfielder: Amine El Khannouss
The young talent has been gradually introduced to the first team and could provide creativity on the left side.
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Centre Forward: Odsonne Edouard
With Patson Daka sidelined and Jamie Vardy preserved for league fixtures, Edouard is expected to lead the line, adding fresh energy to Leicester's forward play.
Leicester City predicted lineup vs Man United (4-2-3-1): Ward; Justin, Coady, Okoli, Thomas; Soumare, Skipp; McAteer, El Khannouss, De Cordova-Reid; Edouard