Manchester United appear to be making headway as they look to address their long-standing lack of strength and depth at centre-back.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has reportedly been pursuing a new partner for Harry Maguire for some time, while Eric Bailly's persistent injury woes have left his side threadbare at the back.
Real Madrid and France stalwart Raphael Varane has long been linked with a move to Old Trafford, and it emerged earlier this week that United are in advanced transfer talks to sign the World Cup winner.
The latest reports in Spain claim Los Blancos have set their asking price for Varane - and it may startle Red Devils chiefs.
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