Erik ten Hag has insisted there is no problem in his relationship with Raphaël Varane and says the Frenchman’s lack of game time is down to Harry Maguire‘s good form.
Varane was first choice in the centre of defence last season but has been named on the bench for three of Manchester United‘s last four games, including the 3-0 derby defeat to Manchester City.
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But asked whether there was an issue with the former France international, Ten Hag said: “Absolutely not. As I said, it is about tactical reasons why I chose these partnerships. I think Harry [Maguire] and Jonny [Evans] did well.
“Last year Harry didn’t play a lot, so I was very happy with Rapha’s performances. I have always been happy with his performance. But in this moment, Harry is playing very well and there is internal competition.”
