Transfer News: Varane linked with SHOCK move to join ex-Chelsea midfielder at newly promoted club

Transfer News: Varane linked with SHOCK move to join ex-Chelsea midfielder at newly promoted club

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 18:30 - 27.06.2024

Raphael Varane is reportedly close to joining a new club following his exit from Manchester United.

French World Cup-winning defender Raphael Varane has been strongly linked to newly promoted Serie A club Como.

Raphael Varane, 31, joined Manchester United in a £40 million transfer from Real Madrid in summer 2021.

However, he failed to recapture his previous form, making just 95 appearances in 4 years for the Red Devils.

Ex-Chelsea star Fabregas wants Varane to join Como

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Varane has been targeted by Italian side Como, with assistant manager Cesc Fabregas leading the charge.

Ex-Manchester United defender Raphael Varane | Photo Credit: Imago
Cesc Fabregas || Imago

"Como's dream target for the centre-back position is Raphael Varane as free agent. Cesc Fabregas wants Varane and they will try to make it happen, but there are several clubs interested in Europe and abroad – not an easy one. Varane will decide his future soon."

With Varane gone and Victor Lindelof expected to leave, Manchester United are reportedly in the market for two new defenders.

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