BREAKING NEWS: “I Don’t Want Him Here!” — Sir Jim Ratcliffe Moves to Axe Man Utd’s £150,000-a-Week “Injury King”.

“We Must Get Rid of Him!”: The INEOS Hammer Falls

The honeymoon period at Old Trafford is officially over for the squad’s veterans. Despite a resurgent 3-1 win over Aston Villa this Sunday, the real drama is unfolding in the boardroom. Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the Manchester United co-owner and face of the INEOS revolution, has reportedly lost all patience with the club’s “perpetual” injury list.

In a private meeting ahead of the 2026 summer transfer window, Ratcliffe reportedly singled out one high-earning star who has spent more time in the treatment room than on the pitch.

“I don’t want him at my club anymore,” Ratcliffe allegedly vented to senior staff. “We can’t keep paying such wages for a player who is always on the injury table — we must get rid of him by the summer.”

The Target: Is Luke Shaw’s Time Up?

While the board has not officially named the player, all fingers are pointing toward Luke Shaw. The England international, who earns a staggering £150,000-per-week, has once again been plagued by fitness issues this term. Despite a brief “fine run” under Michael Carrick, Shaw was forced off with illness and a “heavy knock” against Crystal Palace and has struggled to maintain 100% fitness since the 2024/25 campaign.

Ratcliffe’s directive is clear: INEOS is no longer willing to fund “luxury players” who cannot be relied upon for a full 50-game season. With Tyrell Malacia also expected to be released this June on a free transfer, United are looking at a total “Left-Back Purge.”

“THE BOARD ARE READY TO GET RID OF HIM IN THE SUMMER!” insiders confirmed. “The strategy is now ‘availability is the best ability.’ If you can’t play, you can’t stay.”

Mason Mount and the “Squad Remolding”

Shaw isn’t the only one under the microscope. Mason Mount, who is just returning to training after missing six matches under Carrick, is also under intense pressure. While Carrick has praised Mount as an “important player,” the INEOS leadership is reportedly looking at his £150,000-a-week salary and wondering if that money is better spent elsewhere.

With United targeting Adam Wharton and Elliot Anderson to rebuild the midfield, the “Injury-Prone” veterans are being viewed as “roadblocks” to progress.

“Project 150”: Why Wages are the New Enemy

Under the new wage structure, Ratcliffe wants to move away from the “lofty salaries” given to players over 28. Casemiro has already confirmed he is leaving this summer, and Harry Maguire is also being tipped for an exit to free up nearly £500,000-a-week in combined wages.

“Sir Jim is looking at the balance sheet like a hawk,” a source revealed. “He sees the stadium project costing billions and he refuses to let the wage bill siphon off the club’s future.”

Fans React: “Ruthless But Necessary”

The Red Devils’ support is divided. While Shaw has been a loyal servant and a “world-class” talent on his day, the frustration with his constant absences has reached a boiling point.

• “I love Shaw, but we can’t win a title with a left-back who plays 15 games a year,” one fan posted.

• “Ratcliffe is finally doing what should have been done years ago. Clear the deadwood!” another added.

The “Supercomputer” has predicted a Top 3 finish for United, but the board knows that to win the next title, the squad must be physically robust.

What Happens Next? The Summer “Fire Sale”

United are expected to listen to offers for any player with a “recurrent injury history” as soon as the window opens. With interest from Saudi Arabia and MLS for some of the veterans, a total squad overhaul is on the horizon.

THE INEOS REVOLUTION IS HERE — NO ONE IS SAFE!