Manchester United are expected to place a formal offer for Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane this week.
United are wary of reports saying talks over personal terms and a fee are advanced as they make steady progress in discussions for the France international.
The 28-year-old has indicated he wants to join United, though nothing is yet agreed, with a price of £50million for a player who has one year left on contract is still considered too high.
Raphael Varane has a year left on his contract at Real Madrid and wants to leave the Bernabeu
However, the Red Devils may find Los Blancos' valuation of the 28-year-old defender too steep
Kieran Trippier is also interesting United - but the left back could also prove too expensive
United retain an interest in Kieran Trippier, but again talks are not advanced, with Atletico Madrid's valuation an obstacle.