Erik ten Hag still insists the left back will be back soon ‘fighting’ for his place in the team, but perhaps this season will not be it.
A free agent of Varane’s calibre will have top European clubs scrambling to entice him away from United, where his heart indeed does lie, as he was reportedly willing to lower his salary for a new contract.
A potential F.A Cup win and a Champions League berth will do wonders for ten Hag’s cause, and it may be enough to convince his new bosses to trust him as the captain of this new era.
Man United could be denied a European place due to Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s ownership, and UEFA’s ownership rules would take effect if Erik ten Hag’s side qualify for Europe.
The Dutch tactician has between now and the end of the season to save his job with something tangible enough to salvage such a terrible season.
It is still not the end for Ten Hag, who could potentially rescue his situation at United if they can win the FA Cup and get the club into a Champions League place.
Manchester United are said to be aiming to attach a price tag of around £50 million to the forward for any willing buyers.
He is one of the most exciting prospects in United’s youth setup, and his play-style has been likened to English superstar Phil Foden.
This is a huge heartbreak for all United fans who hoped he would spend his entire career at Old Trafford.
This fresh injury puts further strain on United’s medical team’s credibility, as it is the very same injury that kept him out of action for a couple of months.
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