Former England, Liverpool, and Tottenham striker Peter Crouch has shared his prediction for the upcoming Manchester derby, stating that Manchester United's attacking line has the potential to cause serious trouble for Manchester City. Crouch highlighted players like Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes, and Marcus Rashford as key threats to City's defense. Despite United's inconsistent start to the season—marked by a 2-0 loss to Hull City, a 5-2 win over Ipswich, and a 2-2 draw with Everton—they remain a formidable force on the attack. However, Crouch ultimately expects a narrow 1-0 victory for Manchester City in the clash at Old Trafford. Manchester City, currently sitting atop the Premier League table, have been in strong form, winning four consecutive matches across all competitions after their Community Shield loss. Erling Haaland has already netted five goals this season, adding to the pressure on teams like United. The reigning champions are seen as the favorites, but Crouch believes United's attacking options could disrupt City's perfect run. United manager Michael Carrick has acknowledged the challenges posed by their demanding schedule. The Red Devils are set to face Azerbaijani side Sabah in the Champions League group stage, which means they have two fewer recovery days compared to their rivals. Carrick also provided an update on Luke Shaw, who missed open training on Wednesday. The defender is receiving an extra day to recover, and his fitness will be evaluated the following day. Benjamin Sesko, who has not started a match since May, is nearing inclusion in the derby lineup. Carrick confirmed that the young forward has trained fully for three weeks without restrictions and has shown progress in his performance. His readiness could add depth to United's attacking options as they prepare for the high-stakes encounter with Manchester City.