Manchester United defender Raphael Varane was unexpectedly passed back to Real Madrid. Raphael Varane left the Spanish club for £34 million to join the Red Devils in the summer of 2021. However, he has struggled with playing time recently, sparking speculation that there could be a feud with manager Erik ten Hag.
The Frenchman has started just nine times this season, with several team-mates in the starting line ahead of him. Now that there are reports that Raphael Varane could leave Old Trafford in the January transfer window, Real Madrid have expressed interest in a re-engagement with the player. Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly keen to sign Raphael Varane again to provide cover for injured defenders David Alaba and Eder Milio.
The 30-year-old is said to be willing to return to his former club in order to revive his career. Varane enjoyed a successful period at Real Madrid, where he spent almost 10 years and won multiple titles, including four UEFA Champions League trophies. There is also an update on winger Jadon Sancho's future at Manchester United. Sancho and Ten Hag have been embroiled in a controversy with Ten Hag after his critical response to manager Erik ten Hag sparked a public statement. As a result, Sancho was expelled from the first team and could leave in January's transfer window.