Manchester United’s best XI after 11 Premier League matches

CB – Chris Smalling

Chris Smalling’s commitment was questioned by manager Mourinho last week after he missed the Swansea game through injury, but he’s been solid since returning to the side at the end of September.

The 26-year-old has always had potential, hence why Sir Alex Ferguson spent £10 million on him back in 2010, and he’s developed into an England international and United regular in recent seasons.

A dependable centre-half who’s strong in the air and authoritative of his backline, Smalling could strike up an excellent partnership with Bailly when the latter returns from injury.