Raphael Varane ready to ACCEPT £30m Man Utd move ahead of Chelsea

RAPHAEL VARANE is leaning towards accepting a £30m move to Manchester United ahead of Chelsea, according to reports.

Raphael Varane Player Profile

Varane has emerged as one of the most promising centre defenders in world football in recent times.

But he has struggled to displace Pepe and Sergio Ramos at the heart of the Real Madrid back four in recent times.

Indeed, it is thought that Varane is ready to accept a move with Carlo Ancelotti unable to guarantee more playing time.

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Raphael Varane is wanted at Manchester United

Raphael Varane wants first-team football

Chelsea have been heavily linked with a move for the French international with Jose Mourinho making no secret of his interest in the player.

But Mourinho's confirmation that John Terry will remain at Stamford Bridge next season - along with the emergence of Kurt Zouma - have Varane questioning a move to the Blues.

Instead, Varane would prefer a move to United where he would be an undisputed first-choice under Louis van Gaal.

And the Daily Star claims that it is only a matter of time until United approach Real with a £30m offer for the 21-year-old.

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