Luke Shaw faces late fitness assessment before the Manchester derby
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 2:02 PM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026
Michael Carrick confirmed that defender Luke Shaw will undergo a late fitness evaluation ahead of the upcoming Manchester derby. The assessment will determine whether Shaw is available to participate in the match against Manchester City. Carrick provided the update on September 11, noting that a final decision regarding the defender's status depends on the results of this medical check. Shaw’s availability remains uncertain as the team prepares for the fixture. The manager is expected to confirm the final squad lineup once the assessment is complete.
- •Michael Carrick confirmed Luke Shaw faces a late fitness test.
- •The assessment will determine Shaw's availability for the Manchester derby.
- •The match is against Manchester City.
- •The update was provided on September 11.
- 2:55 PMESPN Soccer — Shaw to face late fitness test pre-Manchester derby
"Michael Carrick has said Luke Shaw will be assessed before deciding whether the defender is fit to face Manchester City.
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