Shock U-turn: Man United set to open contract talks with “outstanding” star who was set to leave on a free

Manchester United are reportedly planning to open contract talks with left-back Luke Shaw at the start of 2027 to prevent him from leaving on a free transfer next summer. According to Football Insider, manager Michael Carrick considers the 31-year-old England international a crucial part of his project, prompting INEOS to reverse course and pursue a new long-term deal.

Despite Shaw's recent injury concerns, club officials reportedly value his experience as the squad's longest-serving player following a campaign in which he started every Premier League match. Manchester United are simultaneously monitoring options like Newcastle United's Lewis Hall and Barcelona's Alejandro Balde to provide future competition at left-back.