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BBC News
3 days ago
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- BBC News
'Shaw is a world-class player'
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has labelled left-back Luke Shaw "world-class".After two injury-plagued seasons, Shaw looks fit heading into the 2025-26 campaign. That could be crucial over the next few weeks, as the 30-year-old is expected to fill the left central defensive berth while World Cup winner Lisandro Martinez continues his recovery from major knee United fans found it hugely frustrating that Shaw's only start in over 14 months - between February 2024 and April 2025 - came in the Euro 2024 final, when he completed the full 90 minutes in the defeat by Amorim feels that - and the fact Shaw also featured for the whole game in the Euro 2021 final, when England lost on penalties to Italy and he scored the early opener - says everything about his qualities."Luke Shaw is a world-class player," said Amorim. "That is my feeling. You can feel it in the small things; when he touches the ball, the ability to play one against one."England had two finals. He had issues during the season, but in the final he is always there. That means something."But he needs to be fit. He needs to train at the limit, which is what he is doing at the moment."He is a great player and I am really pleased with him."
Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
Luke Shaw ready to leave Manchester United after 11 years
Luke Shaw is prepared to leave Manchester United after 11 years at the club. According to The Sun, the 30-year-old is aware of serious interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia and is willing to listen to offers this summer. Shaw endured a difficult 2024-25 campaign, as he was limited to only 12 appearances in all competitions due to different injury issues. The England international was part of Ruben Amorim's first-team in the Europa League final defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in May, but he featured in a back-three due to shortage of centre-backs. Shaw is expected to struggle for opportunities at Old Trafford in 2025-26, with Diogo Dalot, Patrick Dorgu and summer signing Diego Leon all competing for minutes at left-back. The defender joined the Manchester titans 11 years ago from Southampton in a deal worth up to £30 million. He has since made 287 appearances in all competitions, scoring four goals and providing 29 assists. But injuries have been a big issue for Shaw, who has reportedly missed almost five years of his United career due to fitness problems. The experienced left-back has two years left on his contract but he wants a new challenge elsewhere. Amorim is not in a rush to get rid of the player as he is seen as a popular and influential figure within the dressing room. If United decide to sell Shaw this summer, they are unlikely to recoup a good fee given his injury record and lack of appearances in recent years. Stats from Transfermarkt
Daily Mail
5 days ago
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- Daily Mail
Luke Shaw is 'ready to QUIT' Man United after 11 years and is 'prepared' to hear offers from one destination
Luke Shaw is reportedly ready to leave Manchester United after 11 years. The left-back, 30, is aware that his game time will be squeezed with Diogo Dalot, Patrick Dorgu, and summer signing Diego Leon all jostling for minutes. Shaw still has two years left on his contract but, due to limited opportunities, is willing to listen to advances from Saudi Arabia, according to The Sun. Shaw has missed almost five years of his career due to injury troubles since joining the Red Devils. A horrific double leg break in 2015, which sidelined him for almost 10 months, was one of just 28 injuries he has suffered during his time at Old Trafford. Last season he was limited to just seven Premier League appearances, spending most of his time recovering from separate knee, calf, and muscle blows. As per The Sun, Ruben Amorim is not in a rush to get rid of Shaw, who earns £150,000 per week. He is a versatile and experienced player who filled in at centre-back during their Europa League final defeat by Tottenham in May. The former Southampton star won the competition with United back in 2017. With 388 outings under his belt for club and contry, the London-born star has plenty of wisdom to pass on to the next generation of stars. But even if he does not leave this summer there is the possibility of him going in January. He admitted in May that he and his team-mates must question whether they are good enough to wear the shirt after their most dire season in recent memory, which saw them finish 15th in the Premier League. 'We're very sorry for what they have had to go through this season. Like I said, it's been nowhere near good enough, and I can only apologise for that,' Shaw told BBC Sport. 'It hurts a lot. This season has not been good enough. Us as players, we have to question if we're good enough for Man United because this season is not acceptable. 'Where we are in the league, the results we've had, it's not acceptable for a club like Manchester United that has won multiple trophies and always been one of the biggest teams in the world. 'After results like this [against Tottenham], the season we've had, we have to question ourselves. It's about where we go from here. Ruben for sure has a plan. He knows exactly what's needed at this club. He'll turn it around.' It is foreboding that £3.3million signing Leon from Paraguayan club Cerro Porteno impressed Amorim on his debut. The 18-year-old played the first half of their -0-0 draw with Leeds and the manager said: 'He did really well. He's learning things, he's powerful, he's going to be a very good player.' All the same, Shaw did also feature against Leeds and is in their squad for their tour of the USA, where they meet West Ham on Sunday.
Yahoo
22-07-2025
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Report: Man Utd Shortlist Transfer Targets for Left-Back Role
Manchester United Considering Left-Back Options Amid Injury Concerns Manchester United are actively exploring the transfer market for a left-back this January, provided they can manoeuvre within their tight financial constraints. As reported by ESPN, the departures of players like Marcus Rashford and Antony could create the financial flexibility needed to strengthen key positions, with full-back identified as a priority. Advertisement Left-Back Options on United's Radar With Luke Shaw sidelined since early December due to a muscle injury and Tyrell Malacia used sparingly following his recovery from a knee injury, manager Ruben Amorim has been forced to adapt. Diogo Dalot, primarily a right-back, has been deployed as a left wing-back in Amorim's 3-4-3 system. Photo: IMAGO United's recruitment team has shortlisted several left-backs, including Lecce's Patrick Dorgu, Wolves' Rayan Aït-Nouri, and Crystal Palace's Tyrick Mitchell. While Nuno Mendes of Paris Saint-Germain was considered, sources suggest he is not viewed as a viable option this window. Picture:IMAGO Balancing Squad Depth with Financial Constraints United's need for reinforcements comes at a critical time. Injuries in key positions have limited Amorim's tactical flexibility, and upcoming fixtures—including an FA Cup tie against Leicester City and a pivotal Europa League clash against Rangers—place added pressure on the squad. Advertisement Internal discussions are ongoing about the squad size required for the remainder of the season. A successful Europa League campaign could hinge on avoiding a play-off round, making squad depth essential. Our View – EPL Index Analysis Injuries to Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia have exposed a lack of depth in key areas, and while Dalot has performed admirably, he is not a natural fit on the left side. The potential targets—Dorgu, Aït-Nouri, and Mitchell—offer intriguing options. Dorgu's rise at Lecce has shown promise, but it remains to be seen if he can adapt quickly to the demands of the Premier League. Aït-Nouri and Mitchell are more familiar with English football, which could make their integration smoother. Photo: IMAGO However, the financial constraints are a significant concern. The idea of funding transfers through the sales of Marcus Rashford or Antony is worrying. Rashford, in particular, is integral to the team's identity and attacking threat. Losing him could solve one problem while creating another. Advertisement The upcoming fixtures add urgency to these decisions. Progress in the FA Cup and Europa League is vital for maintaining the club's competitive stature, and without adequate depth, United risk falling short in critical moments. Fans will hope that any moves in the transfer window are well-considered, balancing the immediate need for reinforcements with long-term stability. For now, the focus remains on achieving results with the current squad, but expectations are high for decisive action this January.
BBC News
16-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
'The picture is too cloudy for any Man Utd fan to feel confident'
Injuries have dented the confidence of Luke Shaw and Lisandro Martinez, who must compete for a place in a defence containing promising youngsters Leny Yoro and Ayden Onana's pre-season hamstring issue gives Amorim an opportunity to assess his goalkeeping options but, in truth, unless 21-year-old Radek Vitek steps up, the choice will be to stick or twist with the Cameroon international, given Altay Bayindir was given his chance at the end of last season and failed to is a similar story in pursuit of Liam Delap, who instead chose Chelsea, emphasises Amorim feels he can improve on Rasmus Gyokeres, who played for Amorim at Sporting, has also decided against a move to Watkins, who lost his place at Aston Villa when Marcus Rashford arrived from United on loan, has been linked with a move to Old Trafford. So too have out-of-contract pair Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Jamie Vardy. They are all names to suggest United might be better off giving Hojlund one more can Amorim trust that the Dane is ready to fulfil the promise that prompted United to pay Atalanta £72m for him two years ago?Hojlund himself has been linked with his old boss Gian Piero Gasperini at Roma. But, as with so many players, turning vague interest into reality is not he spoke to fanzine United We Stand last month, chief executive Omar Berrada said the pain of last season's 15th-placed finish, the worst since the 1973-74 relegation campaign, was self-inflicted in the belief reward would follow."He [Amorim] has suffered in the Premier League, and the team has suffered," Berrarda said."But we saw it as an investment for the following seasons, because we were going to give time to Ruben to get to know the squad, the club and the Premier League, so by the time that we got to now, we'll have had all the discussions about what the squad needs and the two-to-three-year plan to get to a squad that's capable of winning the Premier League."There is still time before the opening Premier League game against Arsenal on 17 August for the clarity Amorim seemed so sure of when he spoke in Hong Kong to as of now, the picture is too cloudy for any United fan to feel confident about what lies Simon's transfer breakdown of Man UtdNot a Man Utd fan? Find and follow your Premier League team
