It appears increasingly likely that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be relieved of his duties as Manchester United manager, with Brendan Rodgers reportedly the frontrunner to replace him.

According to Manchester Evening News reporter Samuel Luckhurst, "key figures at United have privately accepted a change of manager is required" following their dismal start to the campaign.

Crushing defeats to local rivals Manchester City and Liverpool are believed to have played a key role in the Red Devils' hierarchy's thinking, although Solskjaer could see out the season while they line up a replacement.

Luckhurst claims that Rodgers is at the top of the Old Trafford outfit's wishlist, while Ajax boss Erik ten Hag and Spain's Luis Enrique are also greatly admired.

However, it's hard to imagine Rodgers turning down the opportunity to take control one of British football's biggest clubs once again.

With that in mind, here's how Football FanCast expects the Northern Irishman to lineup should he take charge of the Red Devils in the coming months...

In goal, David de Gea's recent return to form should be enough to maintain his place between the sticks ahead of Dean Henderson, although the Englishman certainly has the potential to reclaim the No.1 spot.

Ahead of the 31-year-old would likely be a familiar back four, but with one major addition at right-back in the shape of Max Aarons.

The highly-rated youngster has been linked with a £35m move to United and would offer a far more attacking alternative to Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Luke Shaw, Harry Maguire and Raphael Varane would complete the defensive unit.

But it's in midfield where Rodgers would likely wring the changes. Paul Pogba's future is far from certain, and the opportunity to sign Franck Kessie on a free transfer could be too good to turn down.

West Ham United's Declan Rice is believed to be a top target for the Red Devils despite his £100m price tag, and the defensive-minded duo could switch between the No.6 and No.8 roles, providing a solid foundation for Bruno Fernandes.

And the forward line may also encounter some surprising decisions. Rodgers' preference for a pressing style means Cristiano Ronaldo could find his game time limited, allowing a mobile trio of Marcus Rashford, Mason Greenwood and Jadon Sancho to thrive.

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