Varane played a key role in the team’s triumph in the 2023 League Cup, which was United’s first trophy in six years.
By Paul Tuama
On Tuesday, Raphael Varane announced that he will be leaving Manchester United at the end of the season when his contract expires, concluding a three-year stint at Old Trafford.
The 31-year-old former France defender joined United from Real Madrid in 2021 for an initial fee of approximately £34 million ($43 million) and has since made 93 appearances, scoring two goals.
Varane played a key role in the team’s triumph in the 2023 League Cup, which was United’s first trophy in six years. Despite facing injury setbacks during his time at United, Varane aims to return to action before the end of the current campaign.
“To you guys, supporters of Manchester United it’s been an amazing few years to play for this special club and wear that shirt,” Varane said on social media.
“The first time I went to Old Trafford as a Man United player was insane, the atmosphere was amazing.
“I fell in love with the club, with the fans. You have to play for Man United to understand what that represents.”
The 2018 World Cup winner added: “Despite the fact we had a difficult season, I’m very positive for the future. The new owners (United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe) are coming with a clear plan and a great strategy.”
United issued a statement saying Varane had confirmed his exit, saying he had brought a “great deal of class and experience to the team”.
“It is unflappable work at the heart of the defence that Rapha is most recognised for, as he has shown his undoubted quality since joining the club,” the club added.
This season has been a nightmare for United, as they currently sit in eighth place in the Premier League with 14 defeats, making their chances of qualifying for Europe seem slim.
Erik ten Hag’s team has only two league matches remaining, against Newcastle and Brighton, before they take on Manchester City in the FA Cup final on May 25th.
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