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Football Biography

Luke Shaw

“Lukey”

English flag English · Kingston upon Thames · Born 12 July 1995

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English professional footballer who plays as a left-back for Manchester United and England, known for his attacking runs and crossing ability.

Luke Paul Hoare Shaw was born in Kingston upon Thames on 12 July 1995. He came through Southampton's academy and became the youngest player to appear in the Premier League for the club at age 16. In 2014, Manchester United signed him for £27 million, making him the most expensive teenager in world football at the time. A horrific double leg break in September 2015 against PSV Eindhoven threatened his career, but he made a courageous recovery. Under Ole Gunnar Solskjær, Shaw produced his best form, winning Manchester United's Player of the Year in 2018-19. He scored England's opening goal in the Euro 2020 final against Italy. He won the FA Cup in 2016 and the League Cup in 2023 with United. He has earned over 30 England caps.

Famous For

Most expensive teenager defender when joining Manchester United

He scored the opening goal in the Euro 2020 final against Italy, the fastest goal ever scored in a European Championship final at that time.

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Playing Style

How They Played

Attacking left-back with pace, crossing ability and defensive solidity

Legacy

Lasting Impact

Shaw has established himself as one of England's most consistent left-backs of his generation, helping to solidify the position for both club and country during the late 2010s and early 2020s.

Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

  • FA Cup 2016
  • Europa League 2017
  • League Cup 2023
Club Career
Club Period Fee Apps Goals Shirt
Southampton2012–2014703#3
Manchester United2014–present£27 million1547#16
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Career Journey

Timeline

2012 📌 Professional debut for Southampton aged 16
2014 📌 £27m transfer to Manchester United
2014 🌍 England senior international debut
2015 📌 Serious leg injury in Champions League
2017 🏆 Won Europa League with Manchester United
2021 🎯 Euro 2020 final appearance with England
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions about Luke Shaw

He suffered a double fracture of his right leg in a Champions League match against PSV Eindhoven in September 2015, but made a full recovery.

Yes, he scored England's opening goal against Italy in the Euro 2020 final at Wembley, the fastest goal in a European Championship final.

United paid Southampton £27 million in 2014, making Shaw the most expensive teenager in world football.

He has earned over 30 caps for England.

Luke Shaw was born on 12 July 1995 in Kingston upon Thames, England.