VERY SAD NEWS has been announced for Ex Manchester United Star as he goes off injured 20 minutes into his debut match
Raphael Varane made his debut for Como in the Coppa Italia, playing away against Sampdoria. Unfortunately, his night was cut short after just 20 minutes due to an injury. While Varane managed to walk off the field, he appeared to be in significant pain as Como’s medical team escorted him to the sidelines.
**Concerns About Varane’s Fitness**
Details about the nature of Varane’s injury are still unclear, but this setback highlights a troubling start for the former Manchester United defender.
Varane’s history of fitness issues was a key factor in Manchester United’s decision not to extend his contract. During his three seasons with United, he made 22 Premier League appearances in 2021/22, 24 in 2022/23, and only 16 starts in 2023/24—less than half of the season’s games. Overall, he started just 58 out of a possible 113 Premier League games, a little over 50%.
While Varane’s replacement at United, Leny Yoro, has also faced injury struggles, Varane’s early setback at Como suggests that United’s decision to part ways with him was justified, despite the challenges they face with Yoro.
Raphael Varane’s debut for Como in the Coppa Italia was a disappointing start to his new chapter in Italian football. His injury after just 20 minutes raises immediate concerns about his fitness, particularly given his injury-prone history during his time at Manchester United. At United, Varane’s struggles with injuries were well-documented, with his appearances in the Premier League decreasing each season due to persistent fitness issues.
Varane’s latest injury not only casts a shadow over his future at Como but also underscores Manchester United’s decision to move on from the French defender. Although Leny Yoro, Varane’s replacement, has had his own injury challenges, Varane’s ongoing fitness problems suggest that United’s choice to part ways may have been a prudent one. The situation reflects the broader difficulties clubs face when managing aging players with a history of injuries, balancing the need for experienced defenders with the risks of recurring fitness setbacks.
