Manchester United will need a considerable improvement if they are to put their early season blip behind them.
Erik ten Hag's side were comfortably beaten by fierce rivals Liverpool last time out in a poor performance that was not only littered with individual errors, but saw their entire system ripped apart with relative ease.
It means United might not only need to change personnel but even change tactics after the international break if they are to offer my presence in midfield and offer more of a threat in attack.
Ten Hag could switch back to a 4-2-2-2 formation to solve their midfield woes, while having a two recognised forwards could also allow them to switch to a 4-3-3 in matches when required.
Here is one way United could line up in an effort to solve their two biggest issues from the Liverpool loss:
It means United might not only need to change personnel but even change tactics after the international break if they are to offer my presence in midfield and offer more of a threat in attack.
9. CAM - Bruno Fernandes
Fernandes is less effective playing in this role but it suits him better than playing as a holding midfielder. | Manchester United via Getty Images Photo: Manchester United via Getty Images
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10. ST - Rasmus Hojlund
United have lacked a focal point in attack and Hojlund could suit this system well due to his combination of both pace and power. | Manchester United via Getty Images Photo: Manchester United via Getty Images
11. ST - Marcus Rashford
Rashford might not be the most popular player right now but he is still world-class on his day and could relish the attacking partnership. | Manchester United via Getty Images Photo: Manchester United via Getty Images