​ Manchester United defender Luke Shaw continues to make strong progress on his road to recovery from the horrific broken leg he suffered during the Champions League clash with PSV Eindhoven in September.





Over the last couple of weeks the 20-year-old left-back has been pictured walking around without crutches or support, while both he and the club have been releasing images as he increases his training workload in a bid to return even stronger.

On Friday, Shaw uploaded a picture of himself playing pool at home, seemingly uninhibited that he's had major surgery less than seven weeks earlier to repair the right leg that was broken in two places.

Evening chill playing pool on #ADIDASTRACKSUITDAY let's see what you've got on! pic.twitter.com/Ef2Za7c8n3 — Luke Shaw (@LukeShaw23) November 6, 2015

That same week Shaw had attended United's annual Christmas party in Manchester - held early to avoid any clashes or interference with game preparation over the bust festive period - and looked in positive spirit in his skin tight jeans.

Great to see Luke Shaw walking around again. It's incredible how quickly he's progressed! #mufc pic.twitter.com/ZTlGraroVK — MUFC Peoples Person (@PeoplesPerson_) November 5, 2015

Earlier this month, manager Louis van Gaal's official programme notes ahead of the Champions League clash with CSKA Moscow contained a positive update.





"Luke is progressing well and is doing as well as we could have hoped at this stage. We are not putting any timings on his recovery or a return, as it is important we allow nature to take its course," the Dutchman said.

Tough bike session today, still early days but I'm working hard on my recovery!! pic.twitter.com/9Tss5YDDEm — Luke Shaw (@LukeShaw23) November 6, 2015

"Luke is working hard during his recuperation to keep his body in the best possible condition. He is receiving plenty of messages of encouragement from supporters, which I know he appreciates."

Luke Shaw working hard during the early stages of his rehab.  pic.twitter.com/EfYoDh7p6U — Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 6, 2015

When he was first struck down a time-scale of around six months was estimated for Shaw's return to playing. The injury was especially frustrating because it came at a time when the former Southampton star was playing so well, but he appears to be well on schedule.





Van Gaal insists there is no pressure, but even so, Shaw is now expected to be back well before the end of the season. Inclusion in England's Euro 2016 squad, which looked to be in serious danger, may still even be possible.

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