"Manchester United" coach Louis van Gaal has chosen the lineup for Thursday's UEFA Europa League match against Herning's "Midtjylland".
Despite the fact that the manager has stated that the "Red Devils" will seek triumph in the tournament, in the match against the Danish club, captain Wayne Rooney and midfielder Marouane Fellaini will not play.
Rooney himself recently said that winning the Europa League trophy is the best way for the Manchester team to secure a spot in the next season's Champions League. It is worth noting that currently "Man United" is only fifth in England.
The reason why the mentioned players will not play will be revealed by van Gaal in the upcoming press conference.
"Red Devils" defender Matteo Darmian will also miss the match against "Midtjylland" as he injured his shoulder over the weekend. The Italian's place should be taken by 21-year-old Scot Donald Love.
In addition, other young players such as Regan Poole, Joe Riley, and James Weir could make their debut for "Man United".
Full lineup: D. De Gea, S. Romero, D. Love, P. McNair, C. Smalling, D. Blind, R. Poole, J. Riley, M. Carrick, H. Herrera, M. Schneiderlin, J. Lingard, A. Pereira, J. Weir, J. Mata, Memphis, A. Martial, W. Keane.
