Manchester United has had direct communication with Real Madrid about Raphael Varane, according to renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano, and the two teams are still in talks over the defender.
What is the most recent Raphael Varane transfer news?
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According to the Manchester Evening News, Man United made a £50 million offer for Varane last month, but Real Madrid is holding out for a cost closer to £80 million this summer.
According to the source, the two teams are still in talks, but the Red Devils are hesitant to meet the Spanish side's valuation of the player because he is out of contract next year.
Varane presently makes a weekly income of £197,000, according to Salary Sport, and his contract is slated to end in 2022 when he will be able to leave the club for nothing.
What has Romano said to Man United about Varane?
According to Italian writer Romano, United has had direct communication with Madrid about the possibility of signing Varane, and the two sides are still in talks, though negotiations are not yet advanced.
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“Manchester United are interested,” Romano remarked on the Here We Go Podcast. That is why Manchester United made direct contact with Real Madrid, although no agreement has been reached between the two clubs as of yet.
"They are conversing, but it is not yet advanced. We'll have to wait and see what Real Madrid will seek for Varane's ultimate price because Manchester United is interested. They believe personal terms will not be an issue, but now it's time to see what they'll ask."
Could any of Man United's center-backs leave this summer?
Despite signing a new deal with United in April, journalist Dean Jones said last month that Eric Bailly's future at the club is still uncertain.
Jones remarked in an interview with The Football Terrace, "Bailly's return to Villarreal is a possibility. Bailly might yet depart, which is why United is still looking for a center-back."
The Express and Star recently reported that Axel Tuanzebe will be allowed to leave the Red Devils on loan this summer and Aston Villa are keeping tabs on the 23-year-old's situation.
According to WhoScored, the defender played just 402 minutes of Premier LeaDoes Varane have what it takes to thrive in the Premier League?
The 28-year-old has an abundance of experience at the highest level after winning 19 trophies throughout his decorated career, including four Champions League titles and a World Cup.
arane is in his prime and he should be able to cope with the physical demands of the Premier League, however, as with many foreign players, it may take time to adapt to life in England's top flight.
The defender won 2.4 aerial duels, made 3.5 clearances and averaged 1.2 interceptions per game in La Liga this term. He's also known for his relative pace and measures in at 6 foot 3.
Varane should be able to acclimatise to the intensity of England's top flight and he would be a major addition to United's backline to partner Harry Maguire.
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