Manchester United team news: Predicted line-up vs AZ Alkmaar

DM: Nemanja Matic 

Has not started a match since October 3 having fallen down the pecking order but his experience will be useful with lots of youngsters on the pitch.

CM: Andreas Pereira

Came on as a second-half substitute against Man City so should have the energy reserved to start this one in midfield.

AM: Juan Mata 

The Spaniard has been a bit-part player this term but has appeared in four of the five Europa League matches to date. Should make that five out of six on Thursday.