Manchester United is ready to accept offers for the card of Raphael Varane during the January market. The contract of the French defender with the "Red Devils" expires at the end of this season, while the club has the option to renew his contract with 1 extra year. Varane is currently in discussions with other clubs regarding a potential zero-cost transfer at the end of the season. This is precisely one of the reasons that has set in motion the leaders of United, who do not want to lose Varane without benefiting from his sale.
The 4-time winner of the Champions League with Real Madrid has attracted the attention of several European clubs, as well as Saudi Arabian clubs. Among the most interesting options is Bayern Munich, which according to English media will make an official offer in January. The Bavarians need defensive options as Kim Min-Jae is due to leave to play in the Asian Cup, while Noussair Mazraoui will also leave in January to play for Morocco at the African Cup of Nations.
Meanwhile, Varane has lost his starting position in coach Ten Hag's team. This is not only because of the Dutch coach's choices, but also because of injuries. The French defender has been unlucky this season, and as a result has only played a total of 520 minutes in the Premier League.
Varane has been active in key challenges against Liverpool and Aston Villa, and his impact for United has been positive. However, with the return of Maguire, Martinez and Lindelof from their respective injuries, Varane will in all likelihood be back on the bench. Coach Ten Hag has not yet commented on possible departures in the January market, but it seems that this month will be quite active at Old Trafford.
