“It it now clear to me that it was the problem at Manchester United. You can’t deny it. I saw it from the Manchester United players in my squad. It is not Erik ten Hag’s fault to be honest”-Gareth Southgate issues double Man United injury update ahead of England clashas he breaks silence on Manchester United biggest issues.
Gareth Southgate recently provided an update on the injury status of Manchester United’s Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire, as England prepares for their upcoming friendly against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Unfortunately, both Shaw and Maguire will be absent from the lineup when England takes the field at St. George’s Park. Despite missing recent matches under Erik ten Hag’s management, including the FA Cup clash against Manchester City, both players were still named in England’s preliminary squad for the 2024 European Championship.
Their absence is keenly felt as they have been integral to Southgate’s England squad in past tournaments. While Maguire is expected to recover in time for England’s first game against Serbia on June 16th, Shaw’s availability remains uncertain.
In a briefing with journalists, Southgate provided an update on Shaw, Maguire, and Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon, stating that all are making progress but won’t feature in the upcoming match. Additionally, Bukayo Saka and John Stones are also sidelined, while others are expected to be available for selection.
When pressed for further details on the trio’s injuries, Southgate remained tight-lipped, mentioning that they are all progressing positively. He expressed optimism about Gordon’s chances of being fit for the match against Iceland on Friday, though Shaw and Maguire are less likely to feature due to their slower recovery.
Despite missing the tail end of the season, including the FA Cup triumph, Shaw and Maguire’s inclusion in the Euro 2024 squad underscores their importance to the national team. While Maguire looks set to return to action promptly, Shaw’s fitness remains a concern as the tournament approaches.
