Raphael Varane is a French professional footballer who plays as a central defender for Premier League club Manchester United and the France national team. He is known for his pace, strength, and aerial ability.
Early life and youth career
Varane was born in Lille, France, on April 25, 1993. He started playing football at a young age and joined the youth academy of local club Lens in 2002. He made his senior debut for Lens in 2010.
Senior career
Varane moved to Real Madrid in 2011. He quickly established himself as one of the best defenders in the world, and he helped the club to win four Champions League titles, four La Liga titles, and three FIFA Club World Cups.
In 2022, Varane moved to Manchester United. He is expected to be a key player in the club's rebuilding process.
Raphael Varane's past, present, history and salary profile in Manchester United
Varane is a very experienced player. He has won 18 trophies in his career, including the Champions League four times. He has also won the World Cup with France in 2018.
Varane is a very good defender. He is known for his pace, strength, and aerial ability. He is also very good at reading the game and making interceptions.
Varane's salary at Manchester United is £200,000 per week. This makes him one of the highest-paid players in the club.
"Raphael Varane is a world-class defender. He is a great addition to our squad, and he will be a key player for us in the years to come," said Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag.
Varane's future
Varane is still young and has a lot of potential. He is expected to continue to improve and be a key player for Manchester United for many years to come.
