EPL 2016/17: Five players to look out for in the Liverpool vs Manchester United game

Modified Oct 17, 2016 08:55 GMT

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#5 Sadio Mane

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 24: Sadio Mane of Liverpool celebrates scoring his sides third goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Hull City at Anfield on September 24, 2016 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) — Mane will be a major threat for United’s full-backs

Sadio Mane is Liverpool’s trump card and since his arrival from Southampton, the attacking midfielder has impressed one and all with his exemplary work rate and movement down the flanks. Mane, when on song, can be a treat to watch and almost impossible to stop.

The Senegalese international was particularly impressive against Chelsea, Hull City and Leicester.

Mane’s pace gives Liverpool much needed width, which in turn helps creative players like Coutinho and Firmino thrive. The former Southampton player can also track back and help out the defence which makes him a perfect player in Klopp’s setup.

Daley Blind, the Manchester United left-back, would have to bring his A-game if he has to stop the ex-Saints winger from making marauding runs down the right flank.

The 24-year-old has scored 3 goals for Liverpool this season and is one of the major threats to United’s defence.

Edited by Staff Editor