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MANCHESTER UNITED'S Ashley Young faces a three-game ban after being charged by the FA over his alleged elbow on Southampton winger Dusan Tadic.

Young, 32, clashed with the Saints attacker as United were defending a corner during the second half of the 0-0 draw at Old Trafford.

 Ashley Young has been charged by FA after clash with Dusan Tadic
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Ashley Young has been charged by FA after clash with Dusan TadicCredit: BT Sport

Swansea City’s Kyle Naughton is also in the dock, It follows an incident during yesterday's game against Watford which was not seen by the match officials but caught on video.

The Swans defender has been charged with violent conduct for an alleged stamp on Hornets striker Stefano Okaka.

Both players have until 5pm today to respond.

Mourinho has heavily relied on Young's experience this season and if he is found guilty will be hit with a three-game ban.

 Ashley Young has until 5pm today to respond to charge
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Ashley Young has until 5pm today to respond to chargeCredit: Getty Images - Getty
 Kyle Naughton hit with violent conduct charge after alleged stamp on Watford striker Stefano Okaka
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Kyle Naughton hit with violent conduct charge after alleged stamp on Watford striker Stefano OkakaCredit: Rex Features
Swansea City player Kyle Naughton charged with violent conduct after stamp on Watford player Stefano Okaka

Young will miss the trip to Everton and two home games against Derby in the FA Cup and league game against Stoke.

If Naughton is found guilty he will also serve a three-game ban and miss the Premier League game at home to Tottenham on Tuesday, FA Cup third round clash at Wolves and the trip to Newcastle on January 13.

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