Luke Shaw could make quick Manchester United return with club doctors satisfied with his recovery

Fitness boost | Luke Shaw
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James Robson @jamesrobsonES13 September 2018

Jose Mourinho is weighing up whether to throw Luke Shaw straight back into action after suffering concussion for England.

Doctors have already given the left back clearance to drive after being sufficiently satisfied with his recovery from the head injury suffered against Spain on Saturday .

Shaw has since been monitored by Manchester United’s medical department at their Carrington training base and undergone a standard programme to return to play.

Due to his treatment in what is considered an ‘advanced care setting’ at United, Shaw will be available to return to action significantly sooner than the Football Association guidelines, which states players should wait at least 14 days before beginning preparations to play again.

United were encouraged when Shaw was able to drive himself to Carrington on Tuesday, despite requiring oxygen and seven minutes treatment on the pitch after a sickening collision with Spain’s Dani Carvajal.

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He stayed overnight with Gareth Southgate’s squad, where he was monitored and assessed by the FA’s medical staff before being released to return to United.

The 23-year-old also allayed concerns over the severity of the injury, Tweeting: “Thank you for all the love and support I am doing fine and am in the best hands. I’m a fighter so I will be back soon!”

Mourinho will not want to take any risks with Shaw, who has been United’s most impressive performer this season.

Ashley Young could come in as a direct replacement against Watford, with next week’s Champions League tie with Young Boys a more likely target for Shaw’s return.

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