Luis Enrique continues to be linked with the Manchester United job, with the Paris Saint-Germain manager fourth favourite in the betting to succeed Ruben Amorim. The 55-year-old was previously considered for the role in 2022 before United appointed Erik ten Hag, and he remains under consideration as the club searches for a permanent head coach.
Enrique has flourished at PSG, guiding them to their first Champions League trophy last season. The French club are keen to extend his contract, which runs until 2027, but questions persist while he delays signing a new deal. Meanwhile, interim boss Michael Carrick's strong start may convince United to keep him permanently, though alternatives are being evaluated.
Enrique typically favours a 4-3-3 formation, as seen with Spain at Euro 2020 and the 2022 World Cup, but he adapts based on personnel. At PSG, he has used a false nine system, with Ousmane Dembele thriving in that role. For United, this could see Bruno Fernandes shift to the left flank, while Lisandro Martinez's composure on the ball suits a centre-back role similar to Rodri's under Enrique with Spain.
However, some players may face uncertainty. Benjamin Sesko could be concerned, given parallels with Alvaro Morata's role under Enrique and Goncalo Ramos's limited use at PSG. Harry Maguire and Matthijs de Ligt might also worry about playing time in central defence. Manuel Ugarte, who did not last long under Enrique at PSG, may get another chance but new midfield additions are possible.
A potential XI under Enrique could include: Lammens; Mazraoui, Yoro, Martinez, Shaw; Ugarte, Mainoo, Fernandes; Mbeumo, Sesko, Cunha. This lineup reflects his flexible approach, though fresh signings may be needed to fully implement his system.
