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Raphael Varane aims for a 'new start' with Erik ten Hag after an underwhelming debut campaign at Old Trafford as Manchester United prepare for their pre-season tour of Australia and southeast Asia

Manchester United defender Raphael Varane is bidding for a fresh start under Erik ten Hag after an underwhelming debut campaign at Old Trafford.

The 29-year-old joined the Red Devils from Real Madrid for £42 million last summer but only managed to feature in 22 out of 38 Premier League matches during his first season.

After yet another year without silverware and a disappointing sixth place finish in the top flight, Varane is hoping that the new Ten Hag era will bring a fresh opportunity for success.

Raphael Varane arrived at Manchester United from Real Madrid for u00a342 million last summer
The defender went on to make just 20 Premier League starts as the Red Devils finished sixth

'It's a new season, it's a new start, so everyone is excited to know about the new manager,' he told the club website.