Luke Shaw misses training session ahead of Manchester United Champions League fixture

Manchester United defender Luke Shaw did not participate in the team's open training session at Carrington on Wednesday. The absence prompted concerns regarding his availability for the upcoming Champions League match against Sabah Baku. Although reporter Chris Wheeler noted Shaw's absence from the group, later reports confirmed that the player is not currently injured. Shaw recently played 76 minutes in a Premier League match against Everton, showing improved form after questions regarding his fitness. Manchester United attempted to sign additional left-backs during the most recent transfer period to reduce the workload on the squad's only preferred option at the position. Following last season's high participation rate, the club aims to manage his fitness levels throughout the current campaign to avoid potential injury gaps in the starting lineup.

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