Bayern Munich are reportedly interested in a move for Man United defender Raphael Varane.
The French footballer is a top transfer target for the Bundesliga giants, as per Transfer Live.
After snapping highly-rated forward Harry Kane from the Premier League in the summer, the Bavarians are reportedly set to weigh into a move for a defender with Raphael Varane a prime target.
According to German outlets, Varane is being primed by Bayern Munich hierarchy as key to the club’s defense plan despite recently acquiring the services of former Napoli defender Kim Min Jae.
Raphael Varane has seen his rating at Manchester United dropped drastically this season. He has struggled to find his way back to the club’s starting lineup after being sidelined early in the season.
His competitor, Harry Maguire, who endured a torrid campaign with Manchester United last season, is now Erik ten Hag’s preferred center-back for Manchester United.
Varane has managed only 8 appearances for Manchester United in all competitions this season. It is believed the French footballer could be forced to call time on his Old Trafford stint should his dwindling fortunes shows no sign of abetting.
With Bayern Munich interested in move, the former Real Madrid defender could likely have his eyes fixed on the fresh new challenge with one of the biggest club in German and European football.
Varane could be the second high-profile Premier League player to switch to Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga after Harry Kane should he agree a move to the club.
Varane joined Manchester United in 2021, signing a four-year contract til 2025. He has two years remaining on his Man United contract.
Despite his recent poor rating Erik ten Hag still considers Varane key to his Man United defense and it is unclear whether the club will agree to sell the player.