Tag: Varane
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EPL: Varane deal uncompleted as Man Utd approach Leeds United game
Raphael Varane will not be available for Manchester United’s English Premier League season-opener against Leeds United as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says the deal is not “100 per cent done yet”. Having completed deals for Tom Heaton and Jadon Sancho, the Old Trafford giants announced on July 27 they had struck a deal with Real Madrid…
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With Varane, we have different ways of playing – Solskjaer
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskajer says Raphael Varane will help them play in different ways. Solskjaer believes Varane and £72.9m arrival Jadon Sancho will make a ‘huge difference’. “Sir Alex was very close to signing him. This time around, we’ve got him at the other end of his career. He’s proved over his old…
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Raphael Varane similar to Ferdinand – Evra
Manchester United Champions League winner Patrice Evra has likened Raphael Varane to Rio Ferdinand. Departing Real Madrid defender Varane is joining United this week. Evra told The Athletic: “Varane reminds me of Rio Ferdinand. Great with the ball, great in the air. “He’s the complete centre-back. I remember my first game with (him for) the…
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Chelsea make late move to beat Man Utd for Varane
Chelsea have made a late move for Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane. Marca says the news will come as a bitter blow for United who have been edging closer to a £50million deal for the Frenchman. The West Londoners have emerged as late contenders and could scupper the transfer. If they can fend off the…
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Why Man Utd targeting Varane to assist Solskjaer shake-up
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has plans for a major tactical shake-up this season. ESPN reports Solskjaer is preparing his Manchester United players for a big change in tactics for the coming season in favour of an ultra-attacking 4-3-3 formation. The Norwegian is considering doing away with his trusted midfield partnership of Fred and…
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Man Utd put together £75m double bid for French duo
Manchester United are launching bids for Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane and Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga this week. Marca says United are now making their moves for both players, having bid £50m for Varane and are ready to offer £25m for Camavinga. It remains to be seen whether Madrid will accept £50m for Varane, with…
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Real Madrid drop asking price for Man Utd target
Real Madrid are dropping their asking price for Raphael Varane. The France defender is a top summer transfer target for Manchester United. El Mundo Deportivo says Los Blancos are keen to cash in if Varane refuses to pen a new deal and, while a figure of €70m has been touted, it’s now claimed a price…
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Varane forced off in Madrid win, doubt for Chelsea clash
Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane has handed Los Blancos a new injury headache ahead of Chelsea clash. Marca reports Varane is now a doubt ahead of this week’s Champions League semi-final second leg away to Chelsea. The World Cup winner was forced off at half time of the Osasuna win due to some discomfort in…
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Tuchel pushes Chelsea to call Real Madrid about Varane
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has asked the club to enquire about the availability of Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane. The 27-year-old’s current contract expires at the end of next season. It has been suggested that Real would accept an offer of £50m to sell Varane, so as he will not walk away for nothing when…
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Real Madrid defender out of Champions League, El Clasico clash
Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane is out of tonight’s Champions League clash with Liverpool. Real host the first-leg of the quarterfinal at the Alfredo di Stefano stadium, but will do so without Varane. The France defender has tested positive for covid and has been forced into self-isolation. Varane will have to stay away from the…