Wayne Rooney Named Premier League’s Most Improved Player of the Season

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has named Red Devils defender Luke Shaw as the Premier League’s most improved player for the 2025/26 season.

Speaking on his BBC podcast, Rooney said, “I think, for me, Luke Shaw. I think Luke Shaw has been the most improved player this season.”

“I know he is an experienced player now, but I think his level this season has been much better than it has been in recent seasons.”

“People might look at Kobbie Mainoo but I don’t think he’s improved. It was just the fact he wasn’t playing under the former manager so it wasn’t good or bad.”

Shaw enjoyed one of his most consistent seasons at Man United and started all of the club’s Premier League games.