Man Utd hand ‘one of world’s best defenders’ Luke Shaw a new £200k-a-week deal

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    Luke Shaw has targeted more trophies after signing a new and improved deal with Manchester United.

    The England star has penned a contract worth around £200,000-a-week that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2027.

    Shaw became the most expensive teenager in world football when he joined United from Southampton in 2014 for £30m.

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    He has gone on to make 249 appearances and helped Erik ten Hag's win the Carabao Cup this season.

    But the defender has targeted much more and he said: "Nine years ago, I signed for this amazing club, and I'm thrilled to be extending my stay.

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    "I've grown immensely since coming to Manchester all those years ago, both as a person and as a player. I know what is needed to succeed at a club like this.

    "We're at the beginning of our journey under the manager and his coaching staff. We've been successful already this season, but we want much more.

    "There's a great opportunity to create something special here, and I'm going to give everything to be part of that."

    United director of football John Murtough said: "Luke is a massively important player to the squad and has grown into one of the best defenders in the world.

    "He has been at the club for nearly a decade and understands the expectations for success, and the hard work, commitment and high standards required to achieve it.

    "He has added leadership to his other outstanding abilities, and we all look forward to seeing him in a Manchester United shirt for years to come."

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