Manchester United will be without Luke Shaw and Kobbie Mainoo for Tuesday’s Champions League trip to Atlético Madrid after both players picked up issues against Tottenham.
Manager Michael Carrick confirmed the absences in United’s latest team update, saying neither player traveled with the squad for the match in Spain.
“They’ve not travelled,” Carrick said, removing any late uncertainty around whether either player could still join United for the game in Madrid.
Carrick said the club is still assessing both problems, but made clear Shaw and Mainoo are not ready for the second league-phase fixture.
The timing adds pressure to United’s selection after Saturday’s Premier League game, with Carrick losing two options before facing Atlético’s aggressive midfield and wide play.
United opened their Champions League campaign with a 4-0 win over Sabah, giving Carrick early breathing room in the league-phase standings.
That margin matters now because Tuesday’s trip presents a much tougher test, and United must protect midfield control without Mainoo’s passing under pressure.
Shaw’s absence also removes experience on the left side, where Atlético can force defenders into repeated one-on-one decisions during long spells without possession.
United did not announce a timetable for either player’s return, so their availability beyond Madrid will depend on further medical assessment after the trip.
The club’s official update said both players picked up their issues against Spurs and remained in England rather than joining the traveling group.
For Atlético, the matchup offers a chance to attack a United lineup missing two regular first-team options while trying to build momentum at home.
UEFA lists the game among Tuesday’s Matchday 2 fixtures, with United looking to follow their opening victory with another positive result away from home.
Carrick’s immediate task is therefore less about replacing names individually and more about keeping United balanced against an opponent comfortable punishing midfield turnovers.
Further updates on Shaw and Mainoo are expected after United’s medical staff completes the next stage of evaluation following the Champions League fixture.
