Not only Bayern Munich, the other European giant that wants to get Varane out of Manchester

Raphael Varane is not having the best of times at Manchester United. The French defender has been relegated to the background in the Red Devil team and this has made him begin to evaluate options for next season. The footballer established himself in an important way as one of the best players in the last decade for Real Madrid, however, in England he has not completely settled in in the best way.

Marseille could offer an escape route for Manchester United centre-back Raphael Varane in the January transfer window, according to recent reports. The Red Devils' marquee signing in 2021, Varane has struggled to secure a starting place under Erik ten Hag, and his demotion down the pecking order has sparked interest from a number of clubs, including Bayern Munich.

With Bayern showing interest, financial difficulties in affording Varane's salary have complicated a possible move. Now, according to French sources, Marseille, led by Gennaro Gattuso, could be a viable option for the French centre-back. Gattuso, who is looking to improve his squad, is free to make new signings in January, according to TEAMTalk.

Varane seeks his departure from Manchester United

Marseille is in ninth position in Ligue 1 and is looking for reinforcements to change its fortunes this season. In addition, they will face the loss of up to six players during the African Cup of Nations, increasing the urgency of additions in the winter window. Varane is presented as an option to reinforce the team's defense. The French central defender, who has expressed his dissatisfaction with his lack of minutes at Manchester United