I’ve selected my team for the trip to Kenilworth Road assuming everyone is fit and available.
I’ve gone for a 3-4-2-1 formation.
Let me know the team you would pick.
9. SAMMIE SZMODICS
Szmodics can play off a striker or play deeper and use his ability to time dangerous runs into the penalty area to cause havoc. He will get to do both in my formation. Two training sessions with the squad is probably not enough for newcomer Joel Randall to force his way into the side.
10. SIRIKI DEMBELE
The most naturally gifted player in the squad has to start if fit. His ability to wriggle free in tight spaces will be vital on a tight pitch. Motivation should come easily to Dembele. Play well for Posh and the late transfer window bids could come in. I can see him causing many problems just behind a big striker as he did when Ivan Toney was at the club. If Dembele doesn't make it, Randall should be given his head.
11. JONSON CLARKE-HARRIS
I'm sure Fergie intends to pair Clarke-Harris with Jack Marriott in most matches this season, but with just 102 minutes of friendly action between them this summer it would be foolish to start them both. I can see space being at a premium which will restrict the effectiveness of Marriott running in behind so the bigger striker's should be preferred. Chances are the two forwards will split the 90 minutes between them.
12. THE SUBSTITUTES
Posh can name seven substitutes of which three can be used. Obviously goalkeeper Dai Cornell is one and Jack Marriott will be there for when Jonson Clarke-Harris tires. Ronnie Edwards can cover the back three, while Joe Tomlinson (pictured) is cover for both wing-backs. Striker Ricky-Jade Jones' speed is handy against tiring defences, while Harrison Burrows' crossing ability wins him a spot. Joel Randall is my seventh pick to cover Szmodics and Dembele.