Watch out, Amorim: Three Sunderland stars who could haunt Man United at Old Trafford

Manchester United are bracing themselves for a high-stakes Premier League showdown with Sunderland at Old Trafford tomorrow.

The Black Cats are punching above their weight, storming into fifth place with 11 points from their opening six games.

United’s fortunes are completely opposite with their head coach on the brink of getting sacked after amassing only seven points in six games.

Another setback tomorrow could push INEOS to finally pull the trigger on his tenure.

Sunderland are flying high and seem determined to extend their stay in the Premier League beyond this campaign.

They have three key players who could define the fate of this crucial encounter.

Striker Wilson Isidor is the first name on our list.

The 25-year-old has featured in all six league games but started only half of them.

Despite limited minutes, he already leads Sunderland’s scoring charts with three goals.

The Frenchman has fired 15 shots in the league and will be itching to test Altay Bayindir or Senne Lammens between the sticks.

Granit Xhaka is no stranger to the English top flight.

Plenty of eyebrows were raised when the former Arsenal captain signed for the Black Cats.

The 33-year-old has been a stellar boost to his side, providing three assists in six games despite playing as a central midfielder.

United must ensure that they do not allow Xhaka time with the ball at his feet.

He is a superb midfielder and is already doing a great job at his new club.

A warrior in the middle of the park, he has won 60% of his duels and averages two tackles per game.

Robin Roefs put on a marvellous Man of the Match display in the 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest.

He made six saves, created two chances and made four high claims.

He has the second-highest save percentage of 83.3% in the league, equivalent to Arsenal’s David Raya.

The 22-year-old has also kept the second-highest clean sheets (3), only behind Nick Pope (4).

For many players, Old Trafford is the stage of dreams and Roefs will be eager to seize his moment under the brightest lights.

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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .