Man Utd defender Varane open to Real Madrid return

Published December 24th, 2023 - 01:46 GMT
Manchester United's French defender #19 Raphael Varane leaves the pitch as he is substituted during the UEFA Champions League group A football match between Manchester United and FC Bayern Munich at Old Trafford stadium in Manchester, north west England, on December 12, 2023. (Photo by PETER POWELL / AFP)
Manchester United's French defender #19 Raphael Varane leaves the pitch as he is substituted during the UEFA Champions League group A football match between Manchester United and FC Bayern Munich at Old Trafford stadium in Manchester, north west England, on December 12, 2023. (Photo by PETER POWELL / AFP)

Manchester United star Raphael Varane is willing to return to Real Madrid in the winter transfer window, according to AS.

The 30-year-old has been linked with the Madrid club to replace David Alaba who is set to miss the rest of the season due to an ACL injury.

Alaba's absence is anticipated to extend for up to eight months.

Varane whs is off contract at United in June is reportedly open to a deal.

The French star still owns a house in Madrid and is prepared to lower his salary in order to seal the move.

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