Two Manchester City players look to be built to thrive in the hostile reception that awaits at Old Trafford

Two Manchester City players look to be built to thrive in the hostile reception that awaits at Old Trafford Up next for Manchester City is the Manchester derby, where Enzo Maresca’s side will make the short trip to Old Trafford to take on arch-rivals Manchester United. Enzo Maresca’s side enters the match on the back of four consecutive wins and their last win against FC Porto was by far and away their most impressive performance of the season so far. As has been proven time and time again, form counts for little in derbies. Also, there will be a feisty atmosphere that awaits City at Old Trafford. Two City players who could be in for a frosty reception against United are Elliot Anderson and Rayan Cherki. However, the pair look to be made to thrive in the hostile environment that awaits at Old Trafford. Elliot Anderson rejected Manchester United to sign for Manchester City, and his previous comments will likely rile up the United fans. Manchester City won the race to sign Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest in the summer. In fact, you could barely call it a race at all. The England international always had his heart set on signing for City. In quotes relayed by ESPN , Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs revealed that he tried to convince Anderson to spurn City’s interest to sign for Manchester United instead. Giggs’ efforts were for nought as Anderson had his mind made up on signing for City which will no doubt have riled up the United fans. After being signed by Manchester City, Elliot Anderson revealed that he was excited to play in the Manchester derby. He will get the opportunity to play in his first derby this Sunday at Old Trafford. Anderson also pointed out that City have been the kings of Manchester for the past decade after his signing was made official in the summer. He explained in quotes relayed by Sky Sports : “ It’s one of the biggest derbies in the world and for as long as I’ve known Manchester, City have been the kings of Manchester. It’ll be a great fixture, and I can’t wait to be involved in something like that. ” Manchester United fans will no doubt have not forgotten Anderson’s comments. They will be eager to give him a warm reception this Sunday. However, Anderson looks to be a player who won’t be phased by the occasion or harsh reception. He looks to be a player who will thrive in a hostile environment. If he does, he may set City on the path to victory at Old Trafford. Rayan Cherki has previously shared his feelings on United and he could be the player to break open Sunday’s derby. Manchester City’s creative hub, Rayan Cherki, hasn’t been shy about his feelings towards Manchester United. After signing for City from Lyon last summer, he stated his intention to ‘kill’ City’s arch-rivals . In his first Manchester derby at Old Trafford that didn’t occur as United ran out comfortable 2-0 winners over City in last season’s meeting between the two teams at Old Trafford. Cherki will be determined to make amends on Sunday and help lead his team to three points. The United fans will not have forgotten Cherki’s comments. He is a player they will no doubt have in their cross-hairs. Cherki is a player who isn’t phased by a lot on the pitch. He plays his way, irrespective of the opponents, opposing fans, or the venue. Cherki has been very important to Enzo Maresca’s side this season. I believe he will start at Old Trafford on Sunday. If he can unlock United’s defence, which will be his task, the French international could be the match-defining player against Manchester United. A hostile reception from the United fans won’t irk Cherki in the slightest. If Cherki thrives in a hostile environment anything is possible for Enzo Maresca’s side at Old Trafford. Elliot Anderson and Rayan Cherki could be in line for a hostile reception from the Manchester United fans at Old Trafford on Sunday. In fact, it is to be expected. However, both players look to be made for such an occasion. If they both thrive in a hostile setting they could set Manchester City on their way to a massive win against their arch-rivals.