"It's interesting to know a little bit about the history of the world. The British Museum is really rich in history. Football is not all of my life. Of course, I like playing football. It's a big part of my life, but it's not everything. When you're injured, if football is your whole life, you can be depressed."
"I'm feeling good because I think it happened for a reason. I try to do other things—I like reading. I'm really curious. During this time, I could do other things. When the weather permits, Varane has also been exploring his adopted home of Windsor, even if he has yet to go inside the castle."
"I was walking around a lot of times with my family. I like it because it's more peaceful. I have my peace there. A lot of nature."
Jonathan Varane, a 24-year-old QPR midfielder, suffered a knee sprain in early January 2026 during a match against Sheffield Wednesday, sidelining him for over a month. Rather than allowing the injury to negatively impact his mental health, Varane embraced the recovery period by pursuing his passions outside football. He visited the British Museum with teammate Paul Nardi, where ancient Egyptian artifacts captivated him. Varane emphasizes that football, while important, does not define his entire life. He enjoys reading and exploring his adopted home of Windsor with his family, appreciating its peaceful atmosphere and natural surroundings. Since joining QPR from Spanish club Sporting Gijon in August 2024, Varane has become an important player for manager Julian Stephan's young team and has settled well in England.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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