Manchester United’s injury woes have deepened with the recent confirmation of a center-back, Raphael Varane, being sidelined due to injury.
Manchester United fans are eagerly awaiting the next transfer activity before the final day as Raphael Varane continues to be injured.
Raphael Varane in action for Manchester United
Even prior to their current injury concerns, Manchester United had identified the need for reinforcements. Throughout the summer, securing an additional midfielder had been a prominent goal, and the club has taken action by pursuing a deal for Fiorentina’s Sofyan Amrabat.
While initially desiring another center-forward, the priority has shifted given the injuries to both of the club’s senior left-backs. The urgency to sign Marc Cucurella before the deadline highlights another underlying challenge.
Raphael Varane’s recent injury, sidelining him for a few weeks, couldn’t have come at a worse time, leaving Manchester United short on options at center-back. Victor Lindelof showcased a strong performance when he replaced Varane against Nottingham Forest and is likely to feature prominently against Arsenal. The alternative choice is Harry Maguire, a player Manchester United is reportedly open to selling and whose level of trust appears diminished.
What remains uncertain is whether Erik ten Hag will opt to bring Jonny Evans back on a short-term contract, especially since Evans had participated in the pre-season matches. While he could serve as a valuable additional player, it’s debatable whether he would significantly enhance Manchester United’s choices. The frustration stems from the realization that this situation could have been preempted.
Raphael Varane has continuously suffered from various injuries since joining Man Utd
There was a period during which reports suggested Manchester United’s interest in Bayern Munich’s Benjamin Pavard. The French player had grown disenchanted with his situation at the Bundesliga club and was seeking a new challenge.
Manchester United had displayed interest in acquiring Benjamin Pavard, but their attempts were hindered due to their inability to sell Harry Maguire to West Ham. Consequently, any aspirations of securing Pavard were dashed. Presently, Pavard is en route to Inter, leaving Manchester United to contemplate missed opportunities. The situation is compounded by Erik ten Hag’s predicament of being just one more injury away from encountering significant issues in the defense.
