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Man United's Juan Mata likely to play Wayne Rooney's role in Everton clash

By , Staff Reporter |
Louis van Gaal hints that Juan Mata will fill in for suspended Wayne Rooney in Manchester United's clash against Everton on Sunday.

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has hinted that Juan Mata will adopt Wayne Rooney's role in Sunday's clash against Everton at Old Trafford.

The captain will be absent from the Red Devils' next three games after getting sent off in last weekend's 2-1 victory over West Ham United.

"In his position Juan Mata has played very well," Van Gaal told reporters. "I have to choose. I will miss Wayne because he is the captain of the team but Mata can also play very well.

"Who will captain the team? You shall see. I have told the players but you shall see on Sunday."

Van Gaal also confirmed that Paddy McNair will start in defence against the Toffees at the weekend.

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