By Josh O’Brien Manchester United have confirmed that central defender Raphael Varane will be sidelined for the coming weeks because of a muscle injury. The France international has struggled with injuries this season, as well as facing a brief period on the bench while manager Erik ten Hag favoured alternative options at the heart of his defence. Varane is believed to have sustained his latest injury during the dramatic 4-3 defeat away at Chelsea last week. United’s statement makes clear when the club hope to see the 30-year-old return. It reads: “Manchester United defender Raphael Varane wil…