Luke Shaw’s absence from the upcoming matches against Brazil and Belgium next month will be a major setback for manager Ten Hag, who has already faced numerous injury challenges this season, particularly in the defensive area. The team will sorely miss Shaw, adding to the mounting difficulties faced by Ten Hag and exacerbating an already injury-plagued squad.
Additionally, Lisandro Martinez’s unavailability for approximately eight weeks due to a knee muscle injury further exacerbates the defensive problems for Ten Hag, leaving a void in the defensive lineup.
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The task of finding a replacement for Shaw presents a significant challenge for United, especially given the lack of suitable options in the left-back position. Tyrell Malacia, the usual choice for left-back, has been out for the entire season due to knee surgery, with setbacks prolonging his recovery process. Moreover, United’s decision to prematurely end Sergio Reguilon’s loan from Tottenham last month has limited their defensive choices.
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Victor Lindelof and Sofyan Amrabat have struggled to adequately fill in for Shaw, leaving United with a major defensive dilemma. The severity of Shaw’s muscle injury requires further evaluation, but United has suggested that he could be sidelined for an extended period, possibly several months. This setback exacerbates United’s existing injury concerns and presents a significant challenge for Ten Hag as he navigates through a demanding period.
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