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Liverpool vs Manchester United combined XI: Is there room for Wayne Rooney?

We've selected a side from those available for Sunday's encounter

(2016 Manchester United FC)

Liverpool and Manchester United might not be battling at the top of the Premier League table this season, but that won't mean there is any less bite when the meet at Anfield this weekend.

They come together this Sunday with Liverpool ninth and Manchester United sixth - with just three points between them.

Whilst stuttering seasons have been endured by both, there is no doubting some of the quality amid the two squads. But which of them is better?

To find out we've weighed up the players available for Sunday's match to select a combined XI. So who leads the attack? Are there any Liverpool defenders in the side? Which club has more players? Check out our team below...

Do you agree with our combined XI? Let us know in the comments below.

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