Bayern Munich is reportedly considering a January bid for Raphael Varane, the dissatisfied and out-of-favour Manchester United defender, and the player’s release from Old Trafford may be as low as £17 million.
German powerhouse Bayern Munich has been linked with a transfer for ‘unhappy’ Manchester United center back Raphael Varane.
Last season, Varane and Lisandro Martinez established a strong relationship after Varane’s £42 million move from Real Madrid to United in 2021.
Manager Erik ten Hag has repeatedly chosen to bench the four-time Champions League winner, even though the French defender has denied any rift with United.
Since Harry Maguire’s play has been on the upswing, Hag has frequently started 35-year-old Victor Lindelof or Jonny Evans alongside the Englishman, leaving Varane on the bench.
The former Real Madrid star is reportedly set to leave Old Trafford in January, according to reports.
The 30-year-old’s transfer to the Allianz Arena has reportedly been explored internally by Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich, according to Sky Sports Germany.
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The main problem, though, is the Frenchman’s salary; at over £340,000 per week, he’s one of United’s top paid players.
Despite earning a hefty salary, Varane has only started once in United’s past eight games.
The World Cup winner was benched due to a tactical choice, not a fallout, according to Ten Hag.
There are tactical considerations behind my partnering choices, the Dutchman explained. It seems like Harry and Jonny pulled it off.
As I mentioned before, Harry didn’t get much playing time, so I was pleased with Rapha’s efforts. His performances have consistently met my expectations.
However, at the present time, Harry is performing admirably, and there is a sense of internal rivalry.
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