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Former Manchester United centre-back Raphael Varane endured a debut to overlook for Como 1907 on Sunday.
The Frenchman departed Outdated Trafford on the finish of final season upon the expiration of his contract and ultimately moved to the north of Italy to ply his commerce in Como, Lombardy.
Nonetheless solely 31, Varane attracted curiosity from many sides. As such, his resolution to hitch the newly promoted Serie A outfit raised a couple of eyebrows.
Many followers switched on to catch a glimpse of the previous United and Actual Madrid celebrity making his debut for Como. However each the participant and his followers have been left annoyed with what transpired lower than half an hour into his debut.
Como supervisor Cesc Fàbregas handed the World Cup winner his first begin within the Coppa Italia in opposition to Sampdoria.
Nonetheless, Varane needed to come off within the twenty third minute after experiencing discomfort in his left knee.
He left the pitch with the assistance of physios and was changed by Edoardo Goldaniga.
Como’s journey within the competitors additionally didn’t final lengthy as Sampdoria knocked them out after profitable 4-3 on penalties.
Reflecting on the unlucky second, Fàbregas revealed in his post-match press convention: “He was presupposed to play half the match and Goldaniga half, I’m sorry in regards to the harm. It appears he harm his knee, however we’ve to attend for the assessments.”
Como begin their Serie A journey in opposition to Juventus subsequent week, and Varane’s harm is more likely to intensify the camp’s considerations heading into what is certain to be a really difficult outing in Turin.
Varane established himself as a fan favorite at United, impressing followers and pundits alike along with his “Rolls-Royce” fashion of defending. Nonetheless, his persistent harm points meant the managers at Outdated Trafford might by no means actually depend on him for an prolonged time frame.
The Frenchman’s health mixed along with his excessive wages performed a giant half in United’s resolution to half methods with him this summer time.
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