Manchester United fear Luke Shaw could miss the rest of the season after suffering a recurrence of a leg muscle injury in last weekend’s win at Luton.
The bombshell news regarding Luke Shaw will undoubtedly raise more concerns for Manchester United, especially considering the decision to start him at Kenilworth Road just a week after he was substituted off at half-time against Aston Villa. This marks the second consecutive match where Shaw has been forced to exit early, raising questions about the timing of his return from injury under Erik ten Hag’s management.
Shaw’s premature departure at Luton, not even making it to halftime, followed by his visibly limping onto United’s team bus, amplifies worries about his fitness. Previously sidelined for three months at the start of the season due to a separate thigh muscle issue, the 28-year-old now faces another extended spell on the sidelines, estimated to be around three months.
This setback means Shaw could miss United’s remaining 13 Premier League games as they strive for a top-four finish under Erik ten Hag’s leadership, as well as the remainder of their FA Cup campaign. Additionally, Shaw’s latest injury poses a significant concern for England manager Gareth Southgate ahead of the UEFA Euros in Germany this summer.
A statement from Manchester United confirmed: “Luke Shaw has sustained a muscle injury and will be out for an extended period.”
‘Further assessment is still needed to determine the severity but we expect him to be absent for a few months.’