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Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag rubbishes Raphael Varane rift rumours
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Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has insisted that he does not have an issue with centre-back Raphael Varane.
The Frenchman was a regular fixture in the Man United side last season after striking up a dependable central defensive partnership with Lisandro Martinez.
However, Varane has struggled for consistent game time this season due to injury and Ten Hag’s selection decisions.
Varane has been named among the substitutes for three of Man United’s last four matches, with Ten Hag preferring to use Harry Maguire and Jonny Evans.
Speaking ahead of Saturday’s Premier League meeting with Luton Town, Ten Hag responded to speculation about a possible breakdown in his relationship with Varane.
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When asked whether there was an issue, Ten Hag told reporters: “Absolutely not. As I said, it is about tactical reasons why I chose these partnerships. I think Harry [Maguire] and Jonny [Evans] did well.
“Last year Harry didn’t play a lot, so I was very happy with Rapha’s performances. I have always been happy with his performance. But in this moment, Harry is playing very well and there is internal competition.”
Varane came off the bench to replace the injured Evans in the opening 20 minutes of Wednesday’s Champions League defeat to Copenhagen.
The former Real Madrid man is now in contention to start Saturday, with Evans, Martinez and Luke Shaw all ruled out through injury.
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While the 30-year-old is set to get the nod, Ten Hag has suggested that a Maguire and Varane centre-back pairing would not be his preferred choice.
The Man United boss added: “There are moments in certain games where they can play together and they have already proven they can do it.
“But the buildup is not that fluid when one of them is playing from the left centre-back position because I think Licha [Martinez], obviously, Luke Shaw, obviously, Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelof, they are right-footed, but they can play really comfortably with their left and make the right angles, then you can construct a better formation where you can start to play.”
Man United, who occupy eighth place in the Premier League, will be looking for a response against the Hatters following their midweek defeat in Denmark.
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Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
The January transfer window is almost here and clubs around the UK and Europe are lining up moves as they look to take advantage of the opportunity to strengthen.
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Manchester United and Liverpool reportedly enter the race to sign Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha, who is also attracting interest from Arsenal. Read more.
Chelsea are reportedly willing to do whatever it takes to secure the services of Napoli striker Victor Osimhen. Read more.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp plays down speculation suggesting the club will look to sign a new centre-back to replace the injured Joel Matip. Read more.
Manchester City goalkeeper Zack Steffen is reportedly in advanced talks with Colorado Rapids over a deal to return to Major League Soccer. Read more.
Premier League duo Chelsea and West Ham United reportedly receive a boost in their pursuit of Lyon’s 20-year-old attacker Rayan Cherki. Read more.
Valencia are allegedly willing to sell midfielder Javi Guerra for a fee in the region of £34.2m amid interest from Manchester United. Read more.
Pep Guardiola apologises to Kalvin Phillips for not selecting him in the Manchester City team this season, but the Citizens boss admits that he “struggles to see” the midfielder in his plans. Read more.
Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot, who has been heavily linked with Manchester United, will reportedly sign a new deal in Turin. Read more.
Sporting director Matt Hobbs reveals that defender Jonny will not train with the first team until February at the earliest after a training-ground incident last week. Read more.
Manchester United and Borussia Dortmund meet to discuss a possible swap deal involving Jadon Sancho and Donyell Malen, according to a report. Read more.
RB Leipzig head coach Marco Rose plays down claims that Timo Werner has been given the green light to leave the club during the January transfer window. Read more.
Real Madrid are reportedly keeping a close eye on the uncertain contract situation of Bayern Munich defender Alphonso Davies, whose deal expires in 2025. Read more.
Barcelona reportedly rekindle their interest in Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford and are considering offering Raphinha in exchange for the Englishman. Read more.
Ferran Torres allegedly tells Xavi that he is prepared to remain at Barcelona for at least the remainder of the season. Read more.
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