Kobbie Mainoo reveals ‘great advice’ Raphaël Varane told him before Man United departure, As Manchester United bid a fond farewell to Raphaël Varane, the legendary defender left behind a parting gift in the form of sage advice to one of the club’s rising stars, Kobbie Mainoo. In a touching moment that highlights the camaraderie that still exists within the United dressing room, Mainoo has revealed the words of wisdom imparted to him by Varane before the Frenchman’s departure.
Kobbie Mainoo has revealed the valuable guidance he received from Raphaël Varane before the renowned defender left Manchester United.
Varane, who is now 31, ended his time at Manchester United following their FA Cup final victory over Manchester City last season. His tenure at Old Trafford lasted three years, during which he brought immense expertise and skill from his time at Real Madrid.
Throughout his time with United, Varane, a four-time Champions League winner, was a key player. His performance in the recent FA Cup final at Wembley highlighted his capabilities. Despite dealing with injuries, Varane’s extensive knowledge and experience significantly impacted the younger players at Carrington.
Kobbie Mainoo is one of the players who greatly benefited from Varane’s mentorship. Mainoo had a standout debut season with United’s first team, scoring the winning goal in the FA Cup final. He is expected to join the England squad for the European Championships in Germany.
Mainoo has already started making significant changes to his routine based on Varane’s advice. In his first cover shoot interview with Dazed after signing with Nike, Mainoo shared Varane’s advice: “Raphaël told me that the best investment is investing in your body. As a footballer, your body is your instrument; it’s what you use. So I took that on board.”
This advice has deeply influenced Mainoo’s approach to his career. Despite making his first appearance only in November, he played an impressive 33 games last season and is expected to maintain a busy schedule before the new season begins.
In Dazed’s detailed article about Mainoo’s interview, they noted his implementation of specific post-training practices for optimal recovery and rest. Mainoo mentioned, “I see physios outside of the club to keep myself fresh, but most of the time, I just like to chill.”
Varane’s mentorship has clearly left a lasting impression on Mainoo, who is now set to continue rising in professional football with a strong focus on physical conditioning. This strategic approach, inspired by Varane’s wise counsel, highlights the critical importance of investing in one’s health for a sustained and successful football career.
