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After leaving Old Trafford this summer, Raphael Varane has finally found his new club for the coming season.
With his contract at an end, his three year spell at United came to a close. The France international arrived during Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s time as manager at the club, leaving Real Madrid for £34 million.
Erik ten Hag replaced Solskjaer, but the Dutchman kept Varane as a key part of his system, partnering with Lisandro Martinez.
Despite his impressive 2022/23 campaign, last season saw the defender miss considerable parts of the season due to injury. Across all competitions, Varane made a total of 32 appearances, only making 16 Premier League starts.
Although the French defender had talks to join David Beckham’s Inter Miami, the 31-year-old has now found his new club, staying in Europe.
Bruno Fernandes’ message to Raphael Varane
On Sunday, Varane signed his new contract, joining Italian side Como in their debut campaign in Serie A after promotion last year.
Bruno Fernandes struck a strong friendship with the veteran defender, with the pair holidaying together this summer. Supporting his friend’s new move, the United captain took to Instagram praising the star.
Sharing an announcement photo of Varane, Fernandes called his former teammate “Rolls-Royce” and sharing a heart emoji with his messages
Image Credits: Instagram – @brunofernandes8
Varane reunite’s with old foe
Varane is joining Como under the management of Premier League legend Cesc Fabregas who was appointed by he club earlier this month.
With Fabregas at Barcelona whilst Varane played for Real Madrid, the pair have known each other as opponents, but Varane is now excited to meet the Spanish star as a colleague.
Speaking to BBC Sport, Varane said: “I will meet Cesc again, but this time not as an opponent,”
He continued: “I am very happy, I really like his playing philosophy and his passion for football.”
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