Manchester United are preparing to open discussions over a new contract for Luke Shaw, with the experienced left-back approaching the final months of his current deal.Shaw’s contract expires next summer, but United remain keen to keep the 31-year-old at Old Trafford and are expected to begin talks at the start of 2027. Football Insider reports that the club still regard him as their first-choice left-back despite plans to bring in further competition for the position.The decision comes after a significant change in Shaw’s availability. Having endured a succession of injury problems during his United career, he started all 38 Premier League matches in 2025-26, becoming only the fifth United outfielder to do so in a league campaign.That consistency appears to have strengthened United’s desire to retain him. Shaw is also the longest-serving player in the current senior squad, having joined from Southampton in 2014.United were unable to add another left-back during the summer window and remain interested in providing greater depth behind Shaw. Patrick Dorgu is among the other options available to Michael Carrick, while Shaw has continued to feature prominently this season.The contract situation is therefore becoming increasingly relevant. United could negotiate with Shaw over an extension in the coming months, while failure to reach an agreement would leave the club facing the possibility of losing an experienced homegrown defender without a transfer fee next summer.Shaw’s future also comes against the backdrop of United’s wider plans at left-back. The club have previously been linked with Fulham’s Antonee Robinson, while Football Insider has reported that recruitment remains a consideration despite the proposed renewal for Shaw.For now, United’s position appears clear: they want to retain Shaw while continuing to strengthen the position around him. Whether the two sides can agree terms will become clearer when negotiations begin in 2027.Read more – Manchester United consider January move for Crystal Palace strikerSee also – Real Madrid consider move for Liverpool captain Virgil van DijkFollow the Football Faithful on Social Media:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTokThe post Manchester United plan new contract talks with Luke Shaw appeared first on The Football Faithful.