Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has assured Luke Shaw that the club will give him all the time and support he needs to recover from his latest injury.
Shaw, who was a key part of England’s Euro 2024 campaign and featured in three knockout-stage matches, including the final loss to Spain, has faced persistent fitness issues this season. The 29-year-old initially dealt with knee and calf injuries at the start of the 2024/25 campaign but managed cameo appearances in Amorim’s first three games after replacing Erik ten Hag as head coach. Unfortunately, Shaw has suffered another setback, forcing him to miss United’s 2-0 defeat to Arsenal on Wednesday.
Speaking about Shaw’s situation, Amorim praised the player’s efforts:
“Since I arrived, I’ve seen him working hard in the medical department, in the gym, and on the pitch. We’ve been managing his load during games and training, and he’s even been losing weight. He’s doing everything right.”
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Amorim emphasized Shaw’s importance to both club and country:
“If he continues with this attitude, he’s a top, top player. We need him, and no matter how long his recovery takes, I’ll stand by him. We’ll do everything to help him return—not just for Manchester United but for England as well.”
Persistent Injury Challenges
According to BBC Sport, Shaw has experienced 75 separate injury absences since debuting for Southampton at the age of 16. His ongoing fitness struggles have been compounded by the absence of backup left-back Tyrell Malacia, who missed the entirety of last season after a strong debut campaign in 2022/23.
However, Malacia has recently returned to action, starting in matches against Bodo/Glimt and Arsenal, although he was substituted at halftime in both games.
Youthful Reinforcements
Amorim also commented on the return of teenage defender Leny Yoro, who made his Manchester United debut as a substitute against Arsenal after recovering from a pre-season injury. Yoro’s inclusion offers a glimmer of hope for the club’s defensive depth as they navigate a challenging season.