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Varane Returns to Bolster Manchester United Defense Ahead of Wolves Showdown

 In an exclusive interview ahead of the highly anticipated match between Manchester United and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Old Trafford, Manchester United coach Erik ten Hag discussed the upcoming encounter and provided updates on key players.

Red Devils play Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League at 15:00 BST on Saturday after a rare midweek without a match.
After a demanding start to 2023 that saw United play 36 times in the 19 weeks since the domestic season resumed after the World Cup, the Reds are sure to feel rejuvenated.

Erik Ten Hag will be hoping that the recent break, together with the excellent home form displayed this season, can help them cross the finish line in the race for Champions League Football after defeats at Brighton and Hove Albion and West Ham United.

United is currently in fifth place, a point ahead of Liverpool. It can really apply pressure on the Merseysiders- who visit relegation-threatened Leceister on Monday night- with victory over an already-safe Wolves outfit.

One major concern for the Red Devils is the fitness of star forward Marcus Rashford. Ten Hag revealed that Rashford is currently a doubt for the match after picking up an injury. The coaching staff is closely monitoring his condition and will make a late decision regarding his availability. United fans will anxiously await news of Rashford’s recovery as his absence would undoubtedly be a blow to the team’s attacking prowess. 

” He has a problem, an injury on his leg, so he is a big question mark for tomorrow,”

On a positive note, ten Hag confirmed that defender Raphael Varane has successfully recovered from his recent injury setback. Varane, who has been an instrumental figure in United’s defense, is set to make his return to the starting lineup. The Frenchman’s presence will provide a significant boost to the team’s backline as they aim to secure a clean sheet against a potent Wolves attack.

The former France International has been missing since he suffered a foot injury during the first half of April’s 2-2 draw with Sevilla.

Alejandro Garnacho is once again a forward option, though the absence of 29-goal scorer Marcus Rashford would definitely be a blow before such a crucial match.
The 18-year-old has profited from working at Carrington and was included in the matchday squad for West Ham but was not used as a substitute.

“He has one more week of training, definitely,” Erik added. ” Yeah, so he is available and we have seen he can bring something extra to the team.”

Varane’s return may also allow Luke Shaw, who has been playing a lot of games alongside Victor Lindelof in the middle of the defense, to play in his usual left-back position.
Tom Heaton and Scott McTominay are expected to be out once more, and Donny van de Beek and Lisandro Martinez have been declared out for the year.
Wolves will go to M16 without any absentees, while the Black Country team has been playing without Sasa Kalajdzic, Boubacar Traore, and Chiquinho for some time.

Looking ahead to the match itself, ten Hag acknowledged the challenge that Wolverhampton Wanderers pose. He praised their organization, quality, and their ability to pose a threat on the counter-attack. However, he emphasized that Manchester United is focused on maintaining their winning momentum and securing all three points in front of their passionate home crowd.

As the match between Manchester United and Wolverhampton Wanderers draws closer, anticipation among fans continues to grow. The outcome of this crucial encounter could have significant implications for both teams’ aspirations in the league standings. Supporters eagerly await the final team news and are hopeful that Manchester United can secure a positive result, regardless of the injury concerns, while witnessing the rise of promising young talents like Garnacho in action.