“It it now clear to me that there is a big problem at Manchester United. You can’t deny it. I saw it from the Manchester United players in my squad. It is not Erik ten Hag’s fault to be honest”-Gareth Southgate issues double Man United injury update ahead of England clashas he breaks silence on Manchester United biggest issues.

Gareth Southgate has given a crucial update on the injury status of Manchester United players Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire as England prepares for their friendly match against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Ahead of the match at St. George’s Park on Monday evening, it has been confirmed that Shaw and Maguire will be absent. Their non-participation follows their recent exclusions from Erik ten Hag’s final games of the season, including Manchester United’s FA Cup win over Manchester City at Wembley. Despite their injuries, Southgate included them in England’s preliminary squad for the 2024 European Championship.

The inclusion of Shaw and Maguire emphasizes their importance to Southgate’s England squad, given their significant roles in recent major tournaments. This decision highlights their value and past contributions to the team’s successes. Maguire is expected to recover in time for England’s first match of the tournament against Serbia on June 16, but Shaw’s availability remains uncertain.

In a Sunday press conference, Southgate provided updates on Shaw, Maguire, and Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon. He noted that all three are progressing well in their recoveries, offering hope to England supporters. However, he confirmed that none of them would be available for the friendly against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Southgate also mentioned potential absences for Bukayo Saka and possibly John Stones for the match, but assured that the rest of the squad would be involved. When asked about the recovery timelines for Shaw, Maguire, and Gordon, Southgate expressed cautious optimism, particularly for Gordon, who has a good chance of being ready for England’s next game against Iceland on Friday. The recovery outlook for Shaw and Maguire is less certain, with Southgate stressing the need to monitor their progress closely.

Despite their absence from Manchester United’s final games, including the FA Cup final, Southgate’s decision to include Shaw and Maguire in the provisional squad for the European Championship shows his confidence in their importance to the team. While Maguire’s chances of being fit for the tournament opener are promising, concerns remain about Shaw’s readiness.