{
  "id": 9536207,
  "title": "MUFC now preparing to cut ties with long-serving Red who’s already caused problems this term as replacement lined up",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/mufc-now-preparing-to-cut-ties-with-long-serving-red-whos-already",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-24T10:25:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mufc-now-preparing-cut-ties-102500826.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester United is reportedly preparing to part ways with long-serving defender Luke Shaw, who has already faced issues this season. The club is considering offering Shaw an extension on a short-term basis, similar to the deal signed by Harry Maguire. Shaw, 31, is currently United's longest-serving player, having joined from Southampton in 2014 for £30 million. However, his injury troubles have made him an unreliable presence on the field, as he has missed three games this term due to a fitness issue. Shaw has made 329 appearances for United across all competitions over the past 12 years, while Bruno Fernandes, who joined in 2020, has made 334. United is said to have identified a potential replacement in Tyrick Mitchell, a 27-year-old defender from Crystal Palace who is also set to leave at the end of the season without any transfer fee. However, Mitchell may also be pursued by Liverpool, who could offer a more attractive financial package.",
  "summary": "The general feeling behind the scenes at Manchester United is that Luke Shaw will be leaving when his contract expires in June 2027.According to TeamTALK, the club have not ruled out offering Shaw an ...",
  "key_points": [
    "Manchester United may cut ties with Luke Shaw, their longest-serving player.",
    "Shaw, 31, has faced injury issues this season, missing three games.",
    "Potential replacement Tyrick Mitchell from Crystal Palace may face competition from Liverpool."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}