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Luke Shaw back in Manchester United squad after talks with Jose Mourinho

Luke Shaw of Manchester United
Image: Luke Shaw last played for Manchester United against Bournemouth on March 4

Luke Shaw is back in the Manchester United squad for Tuesday’s game with Everton after holding clear-the-air talks with Jose Mourinho, Sky sources understand.

The defender was left out of the 18-man squad to face West Brom on Saturday with the United boss saying he was "a long way behind" his team-mates in his fitness and commitment.

Mourinho added: "I cannot compare the way he trains, the way he commits, the focus, the ambition."

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 16:  Jose Mourinho, Manager of Manchester United reacts during the UEFA Europa League Round of 16, second leg match between Man
Image: Jose Mourinho criticised Luke Shaw after Saturday's goalless draw with West Brom

The full-back is believed to have asked for a meeting with the Portuguese coach at United's training complex on Monday and was later seen checking in to the team hotel ahead of Tuesday night's clash against Everton at Old Trafford.

Record signing Paul Pogba, who has missed United's last two games with a hamstring complaint, was also present.

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Shaw, signed from Southampton in 2014 for a fee in excess of £30m, has made just two appearances in four months and last featured for United a month ago in the 1-1 draw with Bournemouth.

Sky Sports pundit and former United defender Gary Neville believes Shaw's future at United hinges on his response to Mourinho's criticism.

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"The harshest possible comments that can be levelled at you is that you don't train hard enough," he told Sky Sports News HQ.

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"Jose has levelled that at Luke and I obviously worked with him for a couple of years with England. This is a sensational talent, who has got many years in front of him."

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