ALL POSTS TAGGED "Raphael Varane"
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/ 91 days agoFormer Real Madrid star Raphael Varane retires at 31
Raphael Varane has officially announced his retirement as a player. The legendary defender joined Italian side Como this summer after leaving Manchester United as a free agent. Despite various offers, Varane opted to sign a two-year deal with the Serie A newcomers. The center-back, however, never actually featured in the Italian top flight. Instead, the […]
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/ 158 days agoFabregas eyes more signings at Como after becoming head coach
Former Spain midfielder Cesc Fabregas has officially been named head coach of Como. The 37-year-old coach previously completed his playing career with the Italian side in 2023. Prior to joining the then Serie B team, Fabregas starred for Arsenal, Barcelona, Chelsea, and Monaco. He managed to collect silverware at all four of these major former […]
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/ 164 days agoComo building star-studded Man United colony after Varane deal
In a story that captures the essence of resilience and strategic foresight, Como clinched a dramatic promotion to Serie A. This marked their return to Italy’s top flight for the first time in two decades. This milestone comes after a tumultuous two decades that saw the club go bankrupt twice and plunge to the depths […]
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/ 194 days agoMiami working to sign Messi's ex-Real Madrid arch-rival
Raphael Varane, the distinguished French center-back, will part ways with Manchester United when his contract expires at the end of the season. Varane's departure, officially confirmed by the club, marks the end of a significant chapter in his illustrious career. The Frenchman joined Manchester United in July 2021 from Real Madrid for an initial fee […]
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/ 267 days agoVarane bans son from heading after revealing own concussion issue
Manchester United defender Raphael Varane has admitted that he does not allow his son to head soccer balls. Heading has become a hot topic in the sport in recent years as more research is conducted on the issue. The United States Soccer Federation has banned children under the age of 11 from heading soccer balls. […]
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/ 321 days agoRonaldo reunion? Varane offered substantial salary by Saudi side
One of Manchester United's finest players, Raphael Varane, will decide his future at Old Trafford soon. The Frenchman will meet with Erik ten Hag and the higher-ups in the next several weeks. After reaching an agreement with the Glazer family in December for $1.6 billion, Sir Jim Ratcliffe obtained a 25 percent interest in the […]
Barcelona
/ 352 days agoVarane offered to Real Madrid's arch-rivals on cut-price deal
Barcelona has allegedly been given the opportunity by Manchester United to purchase a World Cup winner for a reduced fee during the January transfer window. Allegedly, Manchester United have opted not to exercise their 12-month contract extension option for Raphael Varane. Because of this, the defender would be free to negotiate a summer move with […]
Leagues: EPL
/ 363 days agoNo Madrid: Misery at United might lead to Varane exit
Raphael Varane feels stifled by his position in the Manchester United squad, and that could prompt his exit. The speculation that Varane may be leaving has intensified in the last several weeks. The Frenchman's contract with Manchester United expires in the summer of 2025, but Erik Ten Hag is relegating him to a supporting role. […]
Leagues: EPL
/ 374 days agoReal Madrid unexpectedly offered one of their former players
Manchester United have surprisingly offered unhappy defender Raphael Varane to one of his former clubs. Many believed that Raphael Varane's arrival at Manchester United in 2021 would be the last component needed to turn the team into championship contenders once again. Regretfully, neither the player nor the club have had an easy time of it. […]
Leagues: EPL
/ 398 days agoUnited star eager for Serie A move after losing starting spot
Just two years after signing with Manchester United, defender Raphael Varane has been tipped with a shock Old Trafford departure. United added the French superstar to their roster in the summer of 2021. He was the club's third signing in that summer. He joined winger Jadon Sancho and goalkeeper Tom Heaton after his departure from […]
Injury News
/ 483 days agoVarane adds to United injury woes, time on sidelines revealed
The injury bug has struck Manchester United hard, and things are worse now that Raphael Varane is spending time on the sidelines. Old Trafford has been with a limited choice of defenders since Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia joined the treatment room, and now the Frenchman has chimed in. The seriousness of Varane's injury has […]
Leagues: EPL
/ 502 days agoPGMOL reveals stance on more added time after Varane criticism
The Professional Game Match Officials Limited, or PGMOL, boss Howard Webb addressed recent complaints from prominent figures over increased time added to Premier League matches. During the pre-season, Manchester United’s Raphael Varane voiced his displeasure with the English Football Association (FA). The French defender for allegedly dismissing the players' concerns. The Frenchman is firm in […]
Kevin de Bruyne
/ 505 days agoDe Bruyne, Varane slam EPL extra time rule changes
Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne is the latest player to issue a harsh reply to new Premier League rules. The top-flight division, along with the English Football League, revealed new extra time rule changes ahead of the 2023/24 season. These tweaks focus on time-wasting during matches. Under the new laws, referees are instructed to […]
Injury News
/ 620 days agoManchester United injuries mount with Martinez out for season
Manchester United have taken a knock in their quest for a top four finish in the Premier League thanks to multiple injuries in defense. Both center-backs who started the club's Europa League clash against Sevilla went off through injury. The Red Devils ended up drawing the match against the Spaniards after having a commanding 2-0 […]