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Raphael Varane 'wants to join Manchester United this summer with Real Madrid star keen on seeking new challenge... but France defender's £400,000-a-week wage demands could be a stumbling block'

Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane is keen on joining Manchester United this summer, according to reports.

In April, Sportsmail revealed United were exploring a summer deal for the 28-year-old centre-back after being given encouragement that he was ready to leave the Spanish giants at the end of the season.

The Independent now claim the France international wants to leave the Santiago Bernabeu after a decade at Madrid, and believes United can offer him new experience in his career that he is seeking.

Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane is reportedly keen on joining Manchester United this summer
Sportsmail revealed in April United were exploring the possibility of a summer deal for Varane

The Athletic also reported earlier this week that he rejected an offer of a two-year extension to his contract, leaving Madrid increasingly resigned to losing him this summer.