Manchester United are ready to welcome defender Luke Shaw back from the cold
Former Southampton ace is in their plans despite Daley Blind and Matteo Darmian playing in his position recently
LUKE SHAW will be given the chance to prove he is the future of Manchester United.
The England left-back’s absence since November has been put down to niggling injuries.
Boss Jose Mourinho had hinted Shaw, 21, pulled out on the eve of a 3-1 win at Swansea on November 6.
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But United made it clear the ex-Southampton ace is in their plans despite Daley Blind and Matteo Darmian playing in his position recently.
It is understood Mourinho will not look for a left-back in this transfer window, which is likely to lead to Shaw being given game time.
Meanwhile, Anthony Martial could cost Manchester United £8.5million if he shines against Liverpool.
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The France forward has a 25-goal clause in his contract — and he is currently on 23 overall after two in his last three games.
Martial, 21, scored on his debut against Liverpool last season and club bosses will not mind forking out if it means victory at Old Trafford.
United paid Monaco £36m up front in September 2015 — the rest of the £57.6m deal is made up of add-ons, such as when Martial wins a 25th cap or a Ballon d’Or nomination.