Raphael Varane Feels Pushed Out of Manchester United as Contract Extension is Not Triggered
Raphael Varane, the French defender for Manchester United, believes that he has been forced out of the club after the board decided not to activate a 12-month extension clause in his contract. Varane’s current deal is set to expire at the end of the season, allowing him to sign a pre-contract agreement with non-English clubs.
Despite having the option to extend Varane’s contract until 2025, Manchester United chose not to do so. Instead, they want Varane to agree to a contract extension on reduced terms if he wishes to stay at the club. Currently earning around £300,000-a-week, Varane has been absent for seven matches this season due to various injuries.
While Manchester United maintains that they want Varane to stay, the Frenchman feels that he is being pushed out of the club, according to the Manchester Evening News. Varane is yet to make a decision about his future and will consider a new contract if the terms are satisfactory. He is reportedly happy at Old Trafford and settled in the north-west with his family.
However, Manchester United needs to reduce their wage bill in order to make room for new signings in the upcoming summer transfer window. The club was forced to make loan deals for Sergio Reguillon and Sofyan Amrabat last summer due to their close proximity to breaking Financial Fair Play rules.
In conclusion, Raphael Varane’s future at Manchester United remains uncertain as he weighs his options and considers a new contract. While he is content at Old Trafford, the club’s need to reduce their wage bill may impact their ability to retain him. Only time will tell what decision Varane will make regarding his future in football.