Manchester United defender Raphael Varane reportedly has no intention of leaving the club, despite limited playing time under Erik ten Hag. Raphael Varane joined United from Real Madrid in the summer of 2021 and has since played 75 times in all competitions. However, the 30-year-old struggles to play regularly in the Premier League, with his highest number of appearances in a season being 24.
Recent rumours have suggested that Raphael Varane could make a move, with Bayern Munich and Saudi Pro League clubs keeping an eye on the situation. However, Raphael Varane prefers to stay at United for the season. Ten Hag is reluctant to switch clubs at this stage of his career unless he deems him redundant.
Ten Hag prefers other defensive options, with Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw currently considered the first-choice centre-back pairing. Viktor Lindelof was the next option because Jonny Evans was injured. Manchester United are still looking for defensive reinforcements and have been linked with Nice's Jean-Claire Todibo and Crystal Palace's Mark Guehi. It is unclear whether United will be able to make a major investment in the January transfer window. Varane, meanwhile, is focused on staying at Old Trafford and earning himself a place in the squad.