Manchester United is facing concerns over Luke Shaw’s availability for Euro 2024 and the remainder of the 2023/24 season due to a leg injury, as reported by a recent source.
Shaw’s season has been marred by injuries, with a separate thigh injury sidelining him for over three months before his return in late November.
However, another muscle injury caused him to miss an additional month of action.
Despite returning to the starting lineup for United in their last four Premier League matches since late January, Shaw’s most recent performance has reportedly aggravated his injury, leading to concerns about his availability moving forward.
During the match against Luton Town, Shaw, who is 28 years old, was substituted off at halftime in the 2-1 win over Aston Villa, indicating the severity of his condition.
According to reports from The Daily Mail, Shaw is likely to miss the remainder of the 2023/24 season, leaving United manager Erik ten Hag in search of alternatives at left-back.
One potential replacement, Tyrell Malacia, has been sidelined for the entire current season due to a knee injury that has required extensive rehabilitation. While there have been setbacks in his recovery process, it is expected that he will soon be back in contention for a first-team place.
Ten Hag acknowledged Malacia’s challenges during his rehabilitation process, noting the risks involved due to the prolonged recovery time.
In the absence of Shaw, United has utilized Diogo Dalot and Sergio Reguilon on the left side of the field, with players like Victor Lindelof, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, and Sofyan Amrabat also stepping in to fill the void.
Adding to United’s injury woes is the absence of central defender Lisandro Martinez, who is expected to be sidelined until April due to a knee injury.
Furthermore, Anthony Martial and Mason Mount are not expected to return until the following month, further stretching the squad’s resources.
In light of these challenges, United faces a significant test in maintaining their competitiveness in both domestic and European competitions for the remainder of the season.
