“They both are doing well and they both are different players, and they both understand that one is a young player and the other one is the experienced one, and it’s good for us to have these two options. “

Shaw started all four of United’s matches prior to the recent international break, drawing praise from the manager on multiple occasions. The head knock he suffered during England’s recent defeat to Spain halted that momentum somewhat, but the manager’s latest words will no doubt fill him with confidence.