Throughout the season, Manchester United has grappled with a string of injuries, particularly affecting their defensive line, and their encounter with Brentford on Saturday only exacerbated the issue. Raphael Varane was forced off at half-time during the 1-1 draw at the Gtech Community Stadium, while his defensive partner Victor Lindelof also had to be substituted in the second half due to an injury. The replacements, Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez, the latter having recently returned from his own injury setback, stepped in for the injured duo.
The fitness of Varane is now a concern for United as they prepare for crucial Premier League fixtures against Chelsea and Liverpool. The absence of Jonny Evans, Luke Shaw, and Tyrell Malacia due to injury compounds their defensive woes, with Martinez having spent a significant portion of the season on the sidelines as well.
Fortunately, Varane’s assessment of his injury, as conveyed to the Manchester Evening News, suggests it is not overly serious, which will provide some relief for the Red Devils.
This injury setback for Varane coincides with uncertainties surrounding his future at the club. With his contract set to expire at the end of the season, it remains unclear whether United will offer the 30-year-old defender a new deal. Additionally, there have been reports of interest from Al-Nassr, the team of Cristiano Ronaldo, further adding to the speculation surrounding Varane’s future.
Raphaël Varane
Raphaël Varane
This season he played in total 20 times for 1307 minutes for Premier League.
Raphaël Varane scored 1 goal for Manchester United. He procured no assists. He received 2 yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 6th in Premier League. In the last match Manchester United drew 1-1 against Brentford. The next match in Premier League will be against Chelsea.
Manchester United performance and stats
Manchester United is currently 6th in the Premier League with 48 points.
In the last 29 games, it has won 15 times, drawn 3 times, and lost 11 times. In its last match, Manchester United drawn 1-1 against Brentford.
It has a even goal difference after scoring 40 goals and conceding 40.
Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against Chelsea on Wednesday 3rd of April in London. The prediction is Chelsea winning the match.