Raphael Varane has been linked with an exit from Manchester United ahead of the January transfer window.
A report from Fichajes has claimed that Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad are keen on signing Raphael Varane when the transfer window reopens in January. But the Manchester United defender has decided not to move to Saudi Arabia right now.
Raphael Varane Enduring a Difficult 2023/24 Season
The Manchester United defender, who arrived from Real Madrid in a €40 million deal, has had a difficult season so far. While he has regained his position in recent weeks, his future remains uncertain. So, it will be interesting to see if the Red Devils decide to cash in on him next month.
Manchester United are lacking in defensive depth right now, and they must hold on to the Frenchman until the end of the season. Although he has not been at his best this season, he remains a world-class defender on his day, and he could be a key player for Manchester United during the second half of the campaign.
What Does the Future Have in Store for Varane?
The fact that he is not keen on a move to Saudi Arabia will come as a boost for the Red Devils. Meanwhile, Varane has been linked with a return to his former club Real Madrid as well. It will be interesting to see how the situation develops over the next few weeks.
Manchester United have not been at their best defensively, and they need to tighten up at the back to do well this season and secure Champions League qualification. If Varane can get back to his best during the second half of the campaign, it will help Manchester United improve immensely and finish the season strongly.
It remains to be seen whether Saudi Arabian clubs decide to come back for the defender at the end of the season. They have done well to sign several top-class players in recent months, and Varane would be a major coup for them.
The 2018 World Cup winner has proven himself at the highest level for a number of years, and his arrival would certainly boost the profile of the Saudi Pro League. Meanwhile, Manchester United must do everything they can to hold on to their best players in January and plug the gaps in their squad with the right additions.
