Manchester United reportedly restructured their salary package for Raphael Varane after spotting a concerning issue in his medical.

The defender completed a PS34 million move from Real Madrid in August 2021, bringing valuable experience to United's backline.

He played a vital role in the Red Devils coming third in the Premier League last season and winning the Carabao Cup.

Varane's fallen out of favour under Erik ten Hag this term, which started when he was left out of the starting XI for October's 3-0 defeat to Manchester City.

The 30-year-old's struggled to stay fit consistently during his time at Old Trafford and a new report from The Athletic hints at United being aware of his fitness issues.

It saw the club re-evaluate his basic salary and instead focus on offering bonuses instead of a higher wage.

Ten Hag's side will play eight games next month, with Jonny Evans and Lisandro Martinez currently out injured.

United legend Rio Ferdinand said earlier this month: "I know that Varane is waking up and his head has got scramblers going off it in, because he's thinking: 'I've banged out five Champions League medals, I've played an integral part in all of those, I've played with the best players in the world, I've come to Man United and Jonny Evans is starting in front of me!'

United return to action against Everton on Sunday afternoon. It's expected Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof will start at the heart of defence.