According to the Manchester Evening News, Manchester United has received a significant injury boost as defender Raphael Varane could make an early return.
The Frenchman played a crucial role in his nation’s World Cup run, which ended when they fell to Argentina on penalties.
There were reports stating that the French star would miss a significant amount of playing time due to an injury he sustained in the 113th minute of the game. But now, it has been stated that Varane’s injury is not a serious concern.
Before the World Cup, Varane sustained a hamstring injury, but he made the 26-man roster by making a full recovery. Although the 29-year-old started six of the team’s seven games in Qatar, his late substitution yesterday left many supporters worried.
But the €40 million star should mark a return for the Red Devils before the new year. After the World Cup, Varane should receive a week of rest, and Lisandro Martinez, his World Cup finals partner, will also be allowed to rest.
Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof will be favourites to start in the Carabao Cup match against Burnley. They might also be unable to play Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on December 27, although they might play Wolverhampton Wanderers on New Year’s Eve instead.
With a game left to play, United presently sits in fourth place in the league, three points behind Tottenham. They need a strong start to the season, especially with difficult matches against Manchester City and Arsenal coming up in January.
