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Last season, it looked like Luke Shaw’s time at Manchester United was drawing to a close.

He had started a mere six times in all competitions under Ruben Amorim due to his numerous injury problems, and given his poor track record, it was expected that INEOS would cut him loose.

The last time the ex-Southampton ace has started over 20 games in a single campaign was back in the 22/23 season. In his 12 years at Old Trafford, the 30-year-old has played 30 games a season only twice.

But the Englishman looks a transformed figure this campaign, having started in all Premier League games this campaign.

He has transformed his game under the head coach, operating as a left centre-back in the absence of Lisandro Martinez.

And former United star Phil Jones feels his former teammate looks like he is back to his best, which is great news for the Portuguese tactician, who lacks an experienced left footed defender in his squad currently.

“He looks so much… so assured, comfortable. I always think Luke’s at his best when he sort of cruises through the game and, you know, against Forest at the weekend, I thought he...