Manchester United facing injury concerns with Maguire and Shaw
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 12:35 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Manchester United is evaluating its defensive options as Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw’s injury histories raise concerns about their capacity to handle a demanding schedule. Both players, along with Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt, have had issues with injuries, prompting the club to seek reinforcements in defense and left-back positions. With a busy week ahead, the recruitment team, led by new head coach Michael Carrick, aims to secure additional squad depth, particularly in light of Casemiro's recent departure. The club plans to prioritize midfield additions, potentially signing three new players, which may limit funds available for defensive upgrades.
- •Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw face fitness concerns for upcoming matches.
- •Manchester United seeks defensive reinforcements amid injury worries.
- •Michael Carrick prioritizes a midfield revamp as Casemiro departs.
- •Plans to sign midfielders could limit budget for defense upgrades.
- •Young players Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven are emerging defensive options.
- 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw injury records have United worried
"Apart from midfield, Manchester United have pressing issues to address both at the heart of defence and out wide on the left.Both Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt remain injury-prone while Harry...
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