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Man United's Raphael Varane 'to start for France against Denmark' after overcoming thigh injury... with manager Didier Deschamps set to bring in Jules Kounde to replace Benjamin Pavard at right-back

Raphael Varane is set to start France's World Cup game against Denmark despite being absent since late October, according to a report.

The 29-year-old picked up an injury to his thigh in Manchester United's draw against Chelsea on October 22, and hasn't played a competitive fixture in over a month.

But head coach Didier Deschamps is considering who to send out for France on Saturday after their 4-1 victory over Australia on Tuesday.

Raphael Varane looks set for his first match time in over a month when France take on Denmark

And French sports title L'Equipe believe former Real Madrid centre-back Varane is likely to start against Denmark in the crucial Group D fixture, while Ibrahima Konate will drop to the bench.