Manchester United player ratings: Luke Shaw and Scott McTominay good vs Liverpool

straight to your inbox every day for freeDenis Irwin described Luke Shaw as "the best left-back in the league" following his resurgence at Manchester United.The English defender has been one of the Premier League's most-improved players this season, with Shaw shining since Alex Telles' arrival from Porto in the summer.Shaw's quality in the final third in particular has impressed, with the left-back's numbers highlighting the vast improvement in his attacking output.As a result, Irwin believes

straight to your inbox every day for freeLuke Shaw has had a dramatic impact on Manchester United's attack this season after years of inconsistent form and fitness struggles.There are various figures recorded throughout a campaign which can provide an insight into how a player is performing, with assists often used as the yardstick of a player's creative output.However, assists can be deceiving and they tend to be regarded as unreliable largely because for them to be registered, the assist

straight to your inbox every day for freeDavid de GeaSolid stop from James Ward-Prowse. Other than that, he was a spectator amid the one-way traffic.

straight to your inbox every day for freeIt is not long ago that a Luke Shaw half-time substitution would have hammered another nail into his coffin. Now it highlights his resurrection at Manchester United.Shaw had tallied two assists in the 9-0 annihilation of his former club by the time of his removal at the pause against Southampton.

straight to your inbox every day for freeDavid de GeaSolid stop from James Ward-Prowse. Other than that, he was a spectator amid the one-way traffic.

straight to your inbox every day for freeDavid de GeaHandled first-half efforts from Alexandre Lacazette and David Luiz dependably. Saved well in the second-half from Emile Smith Rowe.

straight to your inbox every day for free Luke Shaw said it was unacceptable that Manchester United failed to beat Arsenal in the Premier League.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side were held to a goalless draw at the Emirates on Saturday evening as they delivered a flat performance for the second game in succession. The draw marked the second time in four days United have failed to win in the Premier League after they were beaten by Sheffield United in midweek.

straight to your inbox every day for free Manchester United have confirmed their starting line-up for the Premier League clash against Arsenal on Saturday evening. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has made five changes from the side which lost to Sheffield United in midweek and defender Eric Bailly returns to the match day squad.

United after sustaining a knock ahead of their last game, though he may be involved, whilst Anthony Martial is likely to be replaced by Edinson Cavani in the starting lineup after a poor performance.The reliable midfield duo of Scott McTominay and Fred could also return against the Gunners, with Luke Shaw also likely to come back into to the team, despite full-back Alex Telles registering an assist in United's previous game.* Click here to subscribe to Level up! The esports and gaming show on

straight to your inbox every day for freeHere is your Manchester United morning digest on Monday, January 25.Manchester United edged a five-goal thriller against arch-rivals Liverpool to progress into the fifth round of the FA Cup yesterday.Bruno Fernandes scored a free-kick late in the tie after coming off the bench in the second half.Mohamed Salah initially put the visitors 1-0 up at Old Trafford with a chip over Dean Henderson before Mason Greenwood equalised later in the first half with a

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans hailed Luke Shaw as the second coming of Roberto Carlos after his performance in the FA Cup win over Liverpool on Sunday.United moved into the fifth round of the competition following an exciting 3-2 win over their rivals at Old Trafford.

straight to your inbox every day for freeDean HendersonStood up to Mohamed Salah but was craftily beaten in the first-half. Too porous in letting Salah's second in.

straight to your inbox every day for freeAlan Shearer believes Luke Shaw’s resurgence could be down to the lack of fans inside stadiums this season.Shaw previously received a lot of criticism around his inconsistent performances at left-back for United, with former managers Louis van Gaal and Jose Mourinho both openly deriding his lack of fitness.

straight to your inbox every day for freeAlex Telles believes the form of Luke Shaw can only be positive for Manchester United as he fights to earn more first-team minutes. The Brazilian joined United in the summer transfer window but has struggled to dislodge Shaw at left-back, with the Englishman raising his performance levels amid senior competition.

straight to your inbox every day for freeLuke Shaw arrived at Carrington late and Jose Mourinho demanded an explanation. Shaw explained his mother had overslept and had forgotten to wake him up.Mourinho was dumbstruck.

straight to your inbox every day for freeDavid de GeaHad little to do in the first-half but made a big save from Ruben Loftus-Cheek at 2-1. Maintained concentration for when he was needed.

straight to your inbox every day for freeAlan Shearer hailed Luke Shaw as the best player on the pitch in Manchester United's draw with Liverpool.United and Liverpool played out a goalless stalemate in Sunday's Premier League clash at Anfield, with the result ensuring Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men remained top of the table - three points clear of the defending champions and two ahead of Manchester City and Leicester City.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United's dressing room was a 'flat' place after Sunday's draw with Liverpool, according to man of the match Luke Shaw.United went into the game three points ahead of the champions and after the opening 20 minutes had the better of the game, with Bruno Fernandes, Paul Pogba and Marcus Rashford all spurning good opportunities in the second half.United were guaranteed to finish the weekend at the top of the table as long as they avoided defeat on

straight to your inbox every day for free Luke Shaw put his recent form down to the competition for places at Manchester United after the summer addition of Brazil international Alex Telles. United shelled out £15.4million to sign Telles from Porto in the summer but his arrival has led to Shaw raising his game once again and the 25-year-old is arguably in the best form of his Old Trafford career.

straight to your inbox every day for freeThe PGMOL have clarified why the VAR advised referee Kevin Friend to rescind Robbie Brady's yellow card and book Luke Shaw during the first half of Burnley vs Manchester United. Paul Pogba's second-half volley proved decisive as United moved to the top of the Premier League table with a 1-0 victory, giving them a three-point cushion over Liverpool ahead of Sunday's clash at Anfield.