Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is ready to deliver a selection shock by starting today's FA Cup semi against Everton with 17 year-old striker Federico Macheda.

The Mirror says Ferguson will make wholesale changes against Everton at Wembley following United's battling Champions League win at Porto in midweek. With a crucial Premier League game against Portsmouth four days later, Fergie must keep his players fresh and ensure they do not suffer burn-out.

And 17-year-old wonder kid Macheda - whose winning goals against Aston Villa and Sunderland preserved United's lead at the top of the Premier table - looks set to get the nod.