Manchester United have been handed a rare breather this weekend due to the FA Cup fixtures.

The Red Devils will resume Premier League duties with a tricky trip to Everton on February 23.

With valuable preparation time on his hands, caretaker head coach Michael Carrick has the perfect opportunity to fine-tune his starting XI.

Senne Lammens

The 23-year-old has quietly emerged as a dependable presence between the sticks, producing crucial saves at pivotal moments to keep United competitive.

Unbeaten in their last nine league outings, the Red Devils owe a significant portion of that stability to Lammens’ composure and shot-stopping ability.

Noussair Mazraoui, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw

Mazraoui could be one of two changes Carrick considers from the previous lineup.

The Moroccan defender has endured a frustrating, stop-start campaign disrupted by injuries and international duty, but his technical quality remains unquestioned.

Superior on the ball to Diogo Dalot, Mazraoui deserves an extended run to rediscover rhythm and provide balance on the flank.

Maguire suffered an injury against the Hammers but is expected to recover in time and should marshal the defence alongside the ever-combative Lisandro Martinez.

Luke Shaw has unbelievably started every...