A key Leicester City attacking duo find themselves at risk of suspension in the Premier League. So, they will need to play it safe against Man United.
At the weekend, Leicester City will face Man United. It is their second time playing Man United within the space of a few weeks. Steve Cooper will hope for a better showing than the EFL Cup Round of 16.
Without a doubt, Leicester will field their strongest possible lineup for the Premier League clash. After all, their focus will be on making progress in their bid to avoid relegation this season.
At the start of this season, certain players have proven key to this objective. While they might not be who Leicester fans would have expected, it is pivotal that Cooper maintains a strong squad ahead of the busy schedule.
Standout Leicester City duo close to suspension ahead of Man United game
Heading into the Man United vs Leicester City match, there are two standout Leicester players who are at risk of suspension. Both Jordan Ayew and Facuno Buonanotte have picked up four yellow cards this season.
Therefore, if either player is booked against Man United, they will face a one-match suspension due to Premier League rules. Given the stakes which playing at Old Trafford brings, this is not welcomed news for Leicester fans.
Without a doubt, playing against Man United will be a cagey affair for The Foxes. Both sides are eager to win, to move closer to their objectives. While a draw would suit Leicester more than Man United, it is difficult to envision either team aiming for shared points.
Leicester need to be ruthless. They must fight for every loose ball at Old Trafford, something they failed to do in the EFL Cup fixture. Therefore, this could hinder Ayew and Buonanotte, who must be more careful than others.
This season, Leicester fans are at risk of falling in love with Facundo Buonanotte. This will break rule number one of signing players on loan. It is impossible for Steve Cooper to drop him to the bench given his multidimensional talents, so he will start against Man United this weekend.
Similarly, Jordan Ayew is becoming quite a great asset for Leicester. The summer signing has surprised many, with his many clutch moments and picking up points for Leicester which wouldn't have been obtained elsewhere. So, he could play a part at Old Trafford.