Luke Shaw has been a mainstay at left-back for Manchester United, but his recurring injury woes have prompted manager Erik ten Hag to consider other options.
With the backing of the INEOS team overseeing football operations, United is expected to make significant signings in the summer, and a new left-back could be on their list if Shaw remains sidelined.
Shaw has missed much of this season due to muscle issues and suffered another setback last month against Luton Town.
His deputy, Tyrell Malacia, has also struggled with injuries this season, leaving Diogo Dalot, traditionally a right-back, to fill in on the left flank.
United’s top brass recognizes that this makeshift solution is unsustainable, leading them to search for a new left-back.
One of their targets is reported to be Girona’s Miguel Gutierrez, a player previously of interest to United during Jose Mourinho’s tenure.
Gutierrez’s performances have attracted attention from other top European clubs, including Real Madrid, who have a buy-back clause for the player. However, Real Madrid’s pursuit of Alphonso Davies may open up opportunities for Gutierrez elsewhere.
At just 22, Gutierrez represents a long-term solution for United’s left-back position, providing competition for Shaw and potentially displacing him as the first-choice left-back in the future.
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