Manchester United 'hours' away from finalising Raphael Varane transfer

Manchester United expect to reach an agreement with Real Madrid for the transfer of Raphael Varane in the coming hours.

The Frenchman has already agreed personal terms with the Red Devils over a move to Old Trafford after intimating to Madrid that he was unwilling to extend his contract at the Bernabeu, which expires in 2022.

Madrid therefore reluctantly decided to sell Varane but the La Liga giants had initially sought around £70m for the World Cup winner.

However, United knew they were in a strong bargaining position and reputable French outlet RMC say an agreement is just ‘hours’ away.

It’s claimed United are close to an agreement worth around £39m and Varane will sign a four or five-year deal at the Theatre of Dreams.

Varane will become United’s second signing of the summer following the £73m acquisition of Jadon Sancho from Dortmund.

That will take United’s spending to past £110m and the club will likely look to recoup some cash once the French defender is through the door.

Jesse Lingard is available for transfer despite Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s public declariations and United would accept bids in the region of £25m for his signature given he has 12 months to run on his deal.

Diogo Dalot could also be sold, with AC Milan keen on signing the Portuguese defender on a permanent basis after his season-long loan deal at the San Siro.

Brandon Williams is expected to join Southampton on loan but United are asking for a £2m fee.

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