It has been reported that Luke Shaw has been the subject of a heartbreaking news announcement this morning. 💔 This is a really unfortunate occurrence that ought not to happen to a football player.
According to recent reports, Manchester United’s concerns are growing regarding the availability of Luke Shaw for Euro 2024 due to a leg injury. There is also apprehension within the club about Shaw’s potential absence for the remainder of the 2023/24 season.
Before his comeback in late November, the English international had been sidelined for over three months due to a thigh injury. Unfortunately, he faced another setback, missing an additional month due to a separate muscle injury.
Despite starting in United’s last four Premier League matches since his return in late January, Shaw’s recent performance has raised concerns about his physical condition. During the match against Luton Town, the 28-year-old left-back was substituted at halftime in the 2-1 victory over Aston Villa after being introduced shortly before the break.
According to reports from The Daily Mail, Shaw is likely to miss the run-in of the 2023/24 season, leaving United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, in search of alternatives at left-back.
Compounding United’s injury woes is the absence of Tyrell Malacia, who has been sidelined for the entire current season due to a persistent knee injury. Although Malacia underwent a second operation during his challenging rehabilitation, there are hopes that he will soon return to the first-team squad.
Ten Hag acknowledged the setbacks encountered during Malacia’s rehabilitation process, expressing concern over the prolonged duration. However, there is optimism regarding Malacia’s eventual return to the field and participation in team training sessions.
In the absence of Shaw and Malacia, United has deployed Diogo Dalot and Sergio Reguilon on the left side of the field, with contributions from players like Victor Lindelof, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, and Sofyan Amrabat. Additionally, injuries to central defender Lisandro Martinez, Anthony Martial, and Mason Mount further exacerbate United’s injury woes, with Martinez expected to return in April and Martial and Mount anticipated to be back the following month.
