Manchester United are set to receive a significant fitness boost following the November international break.
The Red Devils will next be in action against Liverpool on November 22.
According to the Daily Mail, Luke Shaw is targeting a return to action at Anfield for the pivotal clash.
The left-back has been out of action since the 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur on October 10.
It marks his second injury setback of the campaign, having already missed a couple of weeks earlier in the season with a muscle problem.
Shaw’s absence has forced head coach Michael Carrick to explore alternative options at left-back, with Diogo Dalot, Patrick Dorgu and Noussair Mazraoui all being called upon to fill the void.
Dorgu has also struggled with a hamstring injury but recently made his comeback during United’s thrilling 4-4 draw against Aston Villa.
Shaw started all 38 Premier League matches last season, but his long-standing injury problems have continued to raise questions about his reliability after nearly a decade at Old Trafford.
United desperately needed a dependable left-back who could provide quality competition and cover in the summer transfer window.
However, INEOS appeared overly optimistic about Shaw’s ability to deliver another demanding campaign, particularly with United expected to play twice a week.
Carrick will undoubtedly welcome the prospect of having his first-choice left-back available again.
The potential return also comes at a difficult time for Carrick, whose position is reportedly under serious threat following United’s disastrous start to the season.
The Red Devils have won just one of their opening 10 Premier League matches, leaving the manager facing mounting pressure.
United currently sit 18th in the table after collecting a disappointing eight points, with the trip to Anfield presenting another daunting challenge.
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