The pair have been nominated alongside Bruno Fernandes and Scott McTominay, with our left-back Luke currently holding a narrow lead over winger Dan in the voting.
The Wales international caught the eye at the back end of the month, scoring against Real Sociedad and Newcastle and also impressing with his energy and work rate during the 0-0 draw against Chelsea.
But James believes that Shaw, who came second to Paul Pogba in the January vote and has picked up where he left off, contributing three assists to take his tally to five for the season – already a personal best - should take the title when we announce the winner on Wednesday afternoon.