Man United urged to sign new left-back after Shaw's struggles

Luke Shaw's shaky defending gifted Ipswich an early goal, sparking calls for a new left-back at Old Trafford.

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What happened. Manchester United were urged to sign a new left-back after Luke Shaw's poor defending led to an early Ipswich goal at Old Trafford.

• BBC Sport's Simon Stone reported the growing consensus for a new left-back.
• Shaw struggled to contain Ipswich's Abdul Fatawu during the match.

“The should-they, shouldn't-they”

— Simon Stone

United may prioritize a left-back signing in upcoming transfer windows to address defensive concerns.

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