Manchester United vs AC Milan - Combined XI | UEFA Europa League

Defensive midfielder: Franck Kessie (AC Milan)

Franck Kessie is overseeing his best campaign at AC Milan.

The strapping Ivorian has been a revelation for the Rossoneri this season. Franck Kessie has scored nine league goals, the highest for the team after Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Kessie is finally living up to the hype which surrounded his arrival three years ago. He has truly stepped up for his side in the veteran Swede's absence.

Franck Kessie scores a 97th minute penalty as Milan snatch a late point against Udinese 😱 pic.twitter.com/VJwIMeMlPQ

— Goal (@goal) March 3, 2021

While it's true that most of his goals have come from the penalty spot, Kessie has shown incredible accuracy from the dead-ball, usurping the 39-year old as AC Milan's designated penalty-taker.

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Defensive Midfielder: Scott McTominay (Manchester United)

Scott McTominay's hard-working displays in midfield complements Manchester United's fiery attack.

While all praise is normally lavished on Manchester United's attackers, the influence of the dynamic and tireless Scott McTominay cannot be stated enough.

He adds drive and desire from central midfield. McTominay has netted seven goals in all competitions this season and dropped a masterclass in the Manchester derby at the weekend.

One year ago today, Scott McTominay sealed the win for United in the Manchester derby 💥 pic.twitter.com/KUIqEfBnky

— B/R Football (@brfootball) March 8, 2021

The best part about him is that the Scot is only 24 years old and far from a finished article.