Manchester United XI vs Chelsea: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup, injury latest for Premier League

Carrick must shore up United's leaky defence against high-scoring Chelsea; Dalot set for left-back duty with Fernandes expected to start after injury concerns.

Manchester United face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday lunchtime with Michael Carrick under pressure after eight games without a win. The manager's primary concern is tightening a defence that has struggled all season, particularly against Chelsea's attacking threat under Xabi Alonso, who have scored 26 goals in 11 matches.

With no fit left-backs available, Diogo Dalot will start on the left side of defence, while Leny Yoro is expected to continue at right-back ahead of Noussair Mazraoui. Lisandro Martinez should partner Harry Maguire in central defence, with Senne Lammens in goal.

Bruno Fernandes is expected to start after being rested during United's defeat to Bournemouth, having cleared the air with Carrick this week. Amad Diallo and Youiri Tielemans will support the captain in midfield, with Andrey Santos and Carlos Baleba forming the base. Bryan Mbeumo is predicted to lead the line with Benjamin Sesko sidelined until January.