Raphael Varane has branded Karim Benzema a 'legend' after it was announced the striker would be leaving Real Madrid this summer.
The Manchester United defender played alongside the Los Blancos icon for 10 seasons between 2011 and 2021 prior to his move to Old Trafford.
The pair also represented France together on the international stage. Benzema leaves the Bernabeu after 14 years with 354 goals in 648 matches having won five Champions Leagues, four La Liga titles and three Copa Del Reys among a plethora of trophies.
He was last year’s Balon d’Or winner too. Taking to Instagram, Raphael Varane paid tribute to former teammate Benzema. ALSO READ: Diogo Costa breaks silence on United transfer links He wrote: “Goals, memories, trophies and respect.
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