The Red Devils are still coming to terms with Ronaldo’s bombshell comments about the club, with the Portuguese giving a damning verdict on several issues.
Ronaldo feels betrayed by Manchester United, doesn’t respect manager Erik ten Hag, and was bemused by the appointment of former interim coach Ralf Rangnick.
Varane was asked by Europe1 for his opinion on the interview, to which he said:
He continued,
Varane then suggested that because it is a player of the magnitude of Cristiano Ronaldo, players must distance themselves from the ordeal.
He also claimed that he wanted the best for the team, whatever the decision over the matter may be:
Varane joined Manchester United from Real Madrid for £30 million in 2021, the same summer that Ronaldo returned to the club.
Both have previously played alongside one another at Madrid, winning the Champions League on five occasions.
Varane explained why Cristiano Ronaldo was not a regular starter earlier in the season for Manchester United
Cristiano Ronaldo has endured a difficult spell at Old Trafford this season, scoring just three goals in 16 appearances across competitions.
Eight of those appearances have been in the starting lineup as Ten Hag has opted for the likes of Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial over the Portuguese.
Varane touched on the reasons why Cristiano Ronaldo was not a regular starter earlier on in the season.
He believes that due to his longtime teammate missing the club’s pre-season tour of East Asia and Australia, he was not up to full fitness.
He told TCL Global:
Varane added:
Varane did have a pre-season under his belt and has become a prominent member of Ten Hag’s defense.
He has made 11 appearances across competitions, helping Manchester United keep five clean sheets.
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