Get the latest United transfer window updates, pre-season news and analysis delivered straight to your inbox every day for free Rio Ferdinand has told Raphael Varane he must prove he can deal with the rigours of the Premier League after an agreement was reached for the Frenchman to move to Old Trafford.
Having already confirmed the arrival of England forward Jadon Sancho - for £72.9 million from Borussia Dortmund - Manchester United continue to make moves in the market.
Indeed, they have agreed a near-€50million transfer fee with Spanish giants Real Madrid for Varane. The 28-year-old, who has been identified and pursued as a long-term partner for Harry Maguire, is now set to deal with the necessary paperwork and undergo a medical.
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