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Injured against Chelsea Varane was forced off with a likely muscle injury in the 59th minute of Saturday's match against Chelsea.

Impact Varane stretched his leg a bit too awkwardly and went down in pain, leaving the pitch in tears Saturday. It's likely his thoughts were on the upcoming World Cup, as a possible muscle injury could prevent him from appearing for Man United in the next couple weeks. As of now, he's a major doubt for the next few matches with Victor Lindelof and Harry Maguire set for minutes at center-back going forward.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in win Varane (leg) was an unused substitute during Thursday's 1-0 win over Omonia.

Impact Varane went as an unused substitute after playing only a single minute during Sunday's 2-1 win over Everton. It's clear Varane isn't being rushed back into the first team while recovering from a leg injury. When fully fit Varane should be a nailed-on starter alongside Lisandro Martinez in central defense.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Everton Varane (leg) is in United's match day squad for Saturday's clash against Everton.

Impact Varane missed Thursday's Europa League win over Omonia Nicosia with a leg injury he suffered against Man City last weekend, but he's fit enough to make the bench at Everton on Sunday. Victor Lindelof is starting alongside Lisandro Martinez in central defense in his absence.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Facing late fitness test Varane (leg) will be a match-time decision ahead of Sunday's clash with Everton after manager Erik ten Hag told reporters, "Raphael Varane makes progress, and I hope he's available...

Impact Varane looks poised to rejoin the squad after missing the club's Thursday Europa League clash with AC Omonia. In his last seven contests, including six starts, the defender has tallied 26 clearances, 12 tackles (three won) and four interceptions while managing just two shots. Given his limited offensive production, Varane's primary fantasy value will come in formats that value defensive stats.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Varane (leg) will miss Thursday's UEL match against Omonia Nicosia, according to manager Erik ten Hag. "Yes, in the case of (Varane), I have good hope [that he comes back soon]."

Impact Varane seemed to suffer a sprain during Sunday's derby loss to Manchester City and it's still not clear exactly how long he will be out. As Harry Maguire (hamstring) is also injured, Victor Lindelof and Lisandro Martinez figure to be the top options at center-back over the next week at the least.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Erik ten Hag provides update on Raphael Varane injury Erik ten Hag provides update on Raphael Varane injury.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Departs early in derby Varane was replaced by Victor Lindelof after 40 minutes of Sunday's match against Manchester City. According to manager Erik ten Hag, "But I think it's that big, the injury, that (...

Impact Varane was the best challenge his team had for Erling Haaland and he couldn't last a full half before pulling up injured. Pending the status of Harry Maguire (hamstring), Varane and his team could be shorthanded at center-back during a busy month of October.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Raphael Varane: Man Utd squad must understand fan importance of Manchester derby Raphael Varane urges the Man Utd squad to understand the importance of the Manchester derby to fans.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Man City vs Man Utd: Erling Haaland vs Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez plus other key battles Can Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez stop Erling Haaland? Will Kevin De Bruyne have too much for Scott McTominay? Can Jadon Sancho get t...

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • SKY.COM

Giroud recalled by France and eyes Henry's scoring record

Olivier Giroud gets another chance to close in on France’s scoring record after being recalled by coach Didier Deschamps

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Varane believes 'warrior' Casemiro will bring the right mentality to Man United Manchester United defender Raphael Varane believes new signing Casemiro is a “warrior” and will bring the right mentality to the team. Unite...

AUGUST 23, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Man United springs back to life with 2-1 win over Liverpool

Manchester United delivered a performance of intensity and spirit against a backdrop of protests against the club’s ownership to beat fierce rival Liverpool 2-1 and finally claim i...

AUGUST 22, 2022 • Associated Press

World Cup Watch: Jesus out to reclaim Brazil's No. 9 jersey

Playing as the center forward for Brazil at a World Cup is one of the biggest honors in soccer and Gabriel Jesus knows all about it

AUGUST 16, 2022 • Associated Press

Plays second half in loss Varane played for the second half of Saturday's 4-0 loss to Brentford.

Impact Varane's first appearance of the season came during United's worse game in recent memory, as he took over for Lisandro Martinez after all four goals were conceded during the opening half. Given the early-season struggles of this team, though Martinez has seen more preference after his transfer, Varane could still play plenty in order to find the right combination. No matter who does start, figuring out how to improve a team with little confidence will come first and this keeps the defensive fantasy prospects low for now.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full 90 in friendly Varane (thigh) logged the full 90 minutes against Rayo Vallecano on Sunday.

Impact The fact that Varane played the entire friendly should clear the way for him to be fully fit for the season opener against Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday. The defender started 24 of his 27 appearances in domestic and European competition last season, logging one goal on 11 shots (three on target), one assist and 93 clearances. Barring any injury setbacks, Varane should be a mainstay in the starting XI heading into the 2022-23 campaign.

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Almost ready to feature Varane (thigh) has been training and could feature in an upcoming friendly, according to manager Erik ten Hag.

Impact Varane is slowly making his way back from an injury suffered more than a month ago with the national team and it looks like he should be ready soon. A more positive sign would be him getting minutes in a preseason match ahead of the new campaign that starts in three weeks.

JULY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Raphael Varane: Manchester United must improve everything under Erik ten Hag - it's just the beginning Raphael Varane: I think we know exactly what we have to do - we have to improve in everything; Erik ten Hag has been drilling Man Utd during...

JULY 13, 2022 • SKY.COM

Griezmann's struggles open door for Nkunku at World Cup

Antoine Griezmann’s alarming drop in form means his starting place for France at the World Cup is under threat from Christopher Nkunku

JUNE 18, 2022 • Associated Press

Exits France clash injured Varane has suffered a suspected thigh injury and was replaced in the 61st minute of Friday's match versus Denmark.

Impact Varane is having another massive upset in an injury marred campaign for United already. The full extent is still unclear and he'll clearly have to undergo further evaluation but it's not a good beginning of a Summer that Manchester United may have a complete overhaul with a new coach coming up and plenty of questions being asked on the United back line.

JUNE 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giroud left out of France squad, Kamara gets first call up

France coach Didier Deschamps left out veteran forward Olivier Giroud and called up uncapped Marseille midfielder Boubacar Kamara for Nations League games next month

MAY 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Scores goal against Brentford Varane scored a goal and made five clearances in Monday's 3-0 victory against Brentford. He also made three interceptions in the match.

Impact Varane scored his first Premier League goal Monday with a volleyed strike from a corner kick, but more importantly he kept his first clean sheet since February. He will want to have a similar performance next weekend against Brighton, which have scored just 34 times in 35 matches this season.

MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Raphael Varane nets third Manchester United goal v. Brentford ' Premier League

MAY 2, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Man Utd 3-0 Brentford: Bruno Fernandes, Cristiano Ronaldo and Raphael Varane goals quash protest talk in Ralf Rangnick's last home game Reports and free match highlights as Bruno Fernandes, Cristiano Ronaldo and Raphael Varane find the net in Ralf Rangnicks last home game; so...

MAY 2, 2022 • SKY.COM

Will start versus Arsenal Varane (undisclosed) has been selected in the XI to face Arsenal Saturday.

Impact Varane is making his return after missing three matches and will start over Eric Bailly and Harry Maguire, partnering Victor Lindelof in the back. He has notched 27 tackles, ten interceptions, 56 clearances and seven blocks in 19 Premier League games, with four clean sheets.

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Arsenal Varane (undisclosed) has been training and is available for Saturday's match against Arsenal, according to interim manager Ralf Rangnick.

Impact Varane is apparently ready to start after training this week and if ready he'd likely replace Victor Lindelof in the starting XI. Man United have had a tough run of results defensively and the returns of Varane and Scott McTominay would be a boost to those aspects of the team.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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