The left-back missed Tour 2023 due to injury but is set for a big campaign at Old Trafford, his second since arriving from Feyenoord.
As he is set to turn 24 later this month, there is a feeling Malacia will be stronger for the experience of having a season under his belt in the Premier League and, with Shaw sometimes being used in the middle of defence, he is an excellent option for Erik ten Hag.
Stam, speaking exclusively to club media recently, was unequivocal in assessing his fellow countryman's qualities and feels he has learned a lot in terms of his style and approach to defending.