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Romelu Lukaku could miss Manchester United's clash with Crystal Palace
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Romelu Lukaku could miss Manchester United’s Premier League match with Crystal Palace after ‘picking up knock in training’

Jose Mourinho will have to re-shuffle his forward line if the Belgian is ruled out of encounter with bottom side

ROMELU LUKAKU is a doubt for Manchester United's clash with Crystal Palace.

The Belgian has enjoyed the most prolific start of any new Red Devils signing — and has been an ever-present so far in this campaign.

 Romelu Lukaku could miss Manchester United's clash with Crystal Palace
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Romelu Lukaku could miss Manchester United's clash with Crystal PalaceCredit: Rex Features
 Romelu Lukaku celebrates after scoring against former club Everton
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Romelu Lukaku celebrates after scoring against former club EvertonCredit: Rex Features

But Jose Mourinho could be forced overhauling his attack line.

ESPN reporter Rob Dawson reveals Lukaku is a doubt, but not definitely ruled out.

The former Everton striker, 24, has enjoyed a sensational start to life at Old Trafford.

He has netted six times in six Premier League games to top the scoring charts alongside Alvaro Morata and Sergio Aguero.

While he also has three in two Champions League encounters.

Should Lukaku miss this clash, Mourinho will be forced to deploy a different "No 9" for the first time this season.

 Jose Mourinho congratulates Romelu Lukaku after win over CSKA Moscow
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Jose Mourinho congratulates Romelu Lukaku after win over CSKA MoscowCredit: AFP
 Either Anthony Martial or Marcus Rashford are likely to start in No 9 role
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Either Anthony Martial or Marcus Rashford are likely to start in No 9 roleCredit: Reuters

The likelihood is for Marcus Rashford to be given the nod, with Anthony Martial on the wing.

However, he also have the option of switching the pair around and play the Frenchman further forward.

Paul Pogba is another big-name definitely missing for United.

 

⚽ Ian Wright's Premier League Tips ⚽

Former striker Ian Wright selects his top tips for Saturday's action.

"Romelu Lukaku has started exactly as you’d want a £75m signing to start.

"Not only has he scored a load of goals but he’s also silenced those questioning his link-up play and the first touch.

"He’s the only player in my mind when it comes to the first goalscorer market - and I fancy United to get loads againsrt Crystal Palace."

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