There seems to be no end in sight for the drama surrounding the future of Southampton’s left-back Luke Shaw. Several big clubs all across Europe have indicated interest in signing the talented teenager. According to reports, three of such big names are Manchester United , Chelsea and Manchester City.
United’s captain Nemanja Vidic is set to leave the club at the end of this season, and Rio Ferdinand and Patrice Evra likely to follow suit, David Moyes is therefore searching for a suitable replacement for the departing players.
With Leighton Baines having signed a new contract extension with Everton, Moyes would have to get a left-back real quick. Signing Shaw would just be an ideal replacement for the departing French man.
Chelsea’s Coach Jose Mourinho is also looking for a long term replacement for Ashley Cole. With Ryan Bertrand on loan to Villa and Patrick van Aanholt out on loan too, the Portuguese is seeking for a long term solution for his defence worries.
Manchester City too looks to the player to help them in their left-back position. With Clichy not been able to pin down a regular shirt, Manuel Pellegrini sees Shaw as a part of his plan for next season.
There are reports that United have placed a bid of £22.5 million for the player. But with big spending City and Chelsea also showing keen interest in signing the player, it is doubtful if the amount United is offering would be enough to bring the player down to Old Trafford next season.
The board of Southampton had told their fans that Luke Shaw and several other of their key players are not going to be sold during the summer transfer window. But with the amount of money likely to be offered by these clubs, would he really be able to hold back?
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