Orion Ighalo and Anthony Martial are expected to start as two central strikers ahead of Fernandes, who will play in the attacking midfield role.

The nature of the line-up will give Fernandes the chance to be creative and have a free roam of the City half, and he can take advantage of City’s poor defence.

The back-to-back champions have been disappointing at the back this season, and the Portuguese ace can take advantage of that today.

Having Fred and Scott McTominay behind him will allow him to neglect some of his defensive duties, and therefore he can move forward with ease and create chances for the pair of strikers.