Man Utd News: Luke Shaws Sh19Million a week contract given green light by Jose Mourhino

- Luke Shaw currently earns around £100,000 a week but is set for a big rise

- Manchester United have offered £150,000 a week and it is close to completion

- It is being reported that Jose Mourinho has given the green light to new contract

- News of Shaw's long-term contract could be officially announced on Thursday

Luke Shaw's bumper new  contract has been 'given the green light by ' and could be announced as early as Thursday.

Shaw looked to be heading for the exit door at Old Trafford last season, but has since turned it around to become a mainstay in Mourinho's starting XI.

 that Shaw was in talks over a new long-term contract worth north of £150,000 a week, and it now appears the deal is close to completion.

 are reporting that a 'stunning £50million contract' has been okayed by the manager, which will make Shaw one of the highest paid defenders in the world.

The deal is set to be announced on Thursday, and the England man will move up from his previous wage in the region of £100,000 a week.

The 23-year-old was understood to be very keen to commit his future to the club, and has been one of Mourinho's standout performers during a difficult start to the campaign.

Shaw's current contract runs out at the end of this season and United were desperate to tie him down quickly before moving on to others in the squad.

SHAW'S SEASON

Premier League appearances: 7

Premier League goals: 1, Assists: 1

Champions League appearances: 2

Champions League goals: 0, Assists: 0

Tackles per game: 1.6

Clearances per game: 3

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