Manchester United received a boost on Wednesday as defender Luke Shaw returned to full training at Carrington.
However, his availability for the upcoming Europa League clash against FCSB in Romania remains undecided.
Shaw has been sidelined with a muscle injury, and while manager Ruben Amorim had previously indicated a return within two weeks, the club is taking a cautious approach.
The defender participated fully in Wednesday’s open training session, raising hopes of a swift return to action.
This season has been frustrating for Shaw, who has only made three substitute appearances. His last start came back in February 2024 in a 2-1 victory over Luton Town at Kenilworth Road.
The England international has struggled with injuries over the past year and is eager to regain his place in the starting eleven.
Despite returning to training, Shaw’s potential trip to Bucharest is still up in the air. The club’s medical staff will assess his fitness and readiness before making a final decision.
The match against FCSB is crucial for Manchester United as they aim to secure their spot in the Europa League round of 16.
A win would guarantee their progress, while a draw could also be enough depending on other results. United currently hold a two-point advantage over ninth-placed Galatasaray and are looking to extend their winning streak in the competition to five games.
FCSB, sitting eighth in the league, will be under pressure to secure a win to improve their chances of advancing. A failure to finish in the top eight would relegate United to a play-off round next month, where they would face a two-legged tie.
