It has been confirmed that Luke Shaw sustained a new muscle injury during the recent victory over Luton Town, which occurred approximately a month ago. As a result, there is a possibility that he will be sidelined for the remainder of the season.
According to a brief statement released by Manchester United, Shaw has suffered a muscular injury and will be out for an extended period. Further testing is required to determine the severity of the injury; however, it is estimated that he will be absent for several months.
Shaw has begun receiving treatment for his injury at Carrington. Although he was not included in the England squad for the international break, he has been invited to St. George’s Park to continue his recovery alongside the England camp, allowing him to still be involved in the team activities.
Throughout Gareth Southgate’s tenure as England manager, Shaw has been the preferred choice for the left-back position and notably scored the only goal for England in the Euro 2020 Final.
Regarding Shaw’s chances of being selected for the England squad in the upcoming European Championships in Germany, Southgate recently stated in an interview with BBC Radio 5 Live that due to the projected timeframe for Shaw’s return at the end of the season, it would be likely for him to be included in the squad.
Southgate also emphasized the physical demands of a major tournament like the European Championships, highlighting the importance of fitness and athleticism for success. The challenge lies in ensuring that all injured players recover fully and regain match fitness in the months leading up to the tournament.
If Shaw’s rehabilitation progresses positively, there is a possibility that he could return to action for Manchester United before the season concludes, increasing his chances of representing England in the summer.
Since making his debut for England in 2014, the 28-year-old Shaw has earned 31 caps for the senior team.
