Manchester United have chosen not to use the option to extend Raphaël Varane’s contract by twelve months. However, the club would be ready to keep him longer.
Raphaël Varane’s situation is clear at the moment, but the Frenchman’s potential future at Manchester United remains ambiguous. Under contract with his club until June 2024, the defender learned that his management did not wish to activate the option of an additional year linked to his contract. However, and if the Frenchman wishes, a negotiation around an extension is not impossible.
According to the Dailymail, United is determined to drastically reduce its wage bill. For this, she would not rule out a renegotiation with Raphaël Varane. To put it clearly: if the defender wants to stay, he is welcome, but he will have to agree to lower his salary on his next contract. If he doesn’t really want a move, then he can leave. Free next June, Varane can also negotiate with the club of his choice from January 1.
Upcoming Discussions
The English media also specifies that discussions between the two parties should open during the month of January. Used sparingly by Erik ten Hag, nothing says that Raphaël Varane is truly inclined to pursue an adventure which has so far given no satisfaction. The thirty-year-old defender could find a way out as early as the winter transfer window, or at the latest at the end of the season. Unless there is an agreement that is currently unclear.
