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Marcus Rashford not seen with squad as Manchester United stop over at Lowry Hotel in the city instead of staying in Liverpool overnight with hostile reception expected at Anfield

Manchester United stayed at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester on Saturday evening rather than an overnight stay in Liverpool.

They plan to have their pre-match meal there on Sunday before travelling across to Anfield where they expect a hostile reception.

Marcus Rashford was not seen among the squad which arrived at the hotel.

Liverpool fans are preparing a hostile welcome for Manchester United's team bus on Sunday
Liverpool fans are preparing a hostile welcome for Manchester United's team bus on Sunday

The striker had been doubtful after suffering a back injury in Wednesday's FA Cup victory over Wolves.

United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer had admitted that he did not expect Rashford to play, although he was due to have a fitness test.