Ruben Amorim will have to find some tactical solutions soon with Manchester United set to be without several key players over the festive period.
Noussair Mazraoui, Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo will all miss at least three matches due to their participation in the Africa Cup of Nations, while those who reached the final four of the tournament could miss as many as seven United games.
Amorim might also have to cope without the injured Benjamin Sesko, though club sources are confident his knee injury is not a 'major' issue and he shouldn't be sidelined for too long.
It doesn't mean United won't be without the quartet at some point though and here is how we think United should line up if they are all unavailable.
1. Manchester United might need to replace four players
Manchester United might need to replace four players | line-up builder | Getty Images Photo: line-up builder | Getty Images
2. GK - Senne Lammens
Lammens is the first-choice goalkeeper at United and is certain to start every match now. | Getty Images
3. CB - Leny Yoro
Yoro is the best choice at right centre-back and will only be dropped when United face teams with a huge set-piece threat. | Manchester United via Getty Images
4. CB - Matthijs De Ligt
De Ligt is one of the first names on the team sheet and the standout choice in defence. | Getty Images