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Man Utd news: United and Real Madrid not put off by Lucas Hernandez release clause (Image: GETTY)
Atletico, meanwhile, would protect their asset by including a mega £135m (€150m) release clause in the terms of his contract.
Whether United would go back in for World Cup winner Hernandez again remains to be seen.
Shaw has established himself as one of United’s top performers in their slow start to the season.
And he’s admitted Mourinho’s past criticism of him might have been justified.
"I think he got frustrated with me because he knew I could do better," Shaw admitted. "When I look back, maybe he was right.
Man Utd news: United and Real Madrid not put off by Lucas Hernandez release clause (Image: GETTY)
Man Utd news: United and Real Madrid not put off by Lucas Hernandez release clause (Image: GETTY)
"It was a tough few years but it made me stronger mentally. I wanted to prove to him I can do what he said I couldn't.
"I had a chat with the manager before the season and he said he wanted me to stay.
"I've matured. You could say I've gone from a kid to a man. I know what I need to do to push myself.
"I want to play for Manchester United, stay there and prove my worth to the team."