Florian Plettenberg claims that Manchester United are willing to sanction Raphael Varane’s departure during the January transfer window.

The Frenchman has filled in as a substitute for Harry Maguire in the right center-back position in recent matches across all competitions, as preferred by manager Erik ten Hag.

The Dutch coach is unconvinced of Varane’s effectiveness as a left central defender. Recently, he has shown a preference for players such as Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelof.

The manager now has an alternative candidate for the position due to the return of Luke Shaw from a muscle injury; this may heighten the uncertainty surrounding Varane’s future with United.

Varane is ‘unhappy’ with his current predicament, according to United, according to Plettenberg.

Although they are willing to grant approval for a winter departure, they will not consider any loan proposals. The 2018 World Cup champion is valued between €20 and €30 million at present.

At this time, Bayern Munich is merely keeping an eye on the former Real Madrid defender; no further information is available. It is highly unlikely that the German champions will match his current weekly salary.

It is not unexpected that the 30-year-old beleaguers the Red Devils’ starting lineup, and it would not be unexpected if he considered a transfer away from Manchester in the coming year.

Bayern are currently unable to pay the center-back his annual compensation of €20 million; therefore, a transfer to the Saudi Pro League seems more probable.

Several elite players have been offered substantial salaries by Saudi clubs, and Varane’s salary could easily double if he were to transfer to the cash-rich division this winter.

United could easily secure a substantial transfer fee, which would aid their efforts to acquire a successor of comparable caliber. Jean-Clair Todibo of Nice seems to be the primary target.

For €40 million, the 23-year-old could be acquired. After acquiring a minority stake in the club, Sir Jim Ratcliffe is expected to offer financial assistance, which United should be capable of paying for.