'The Mirror': United go after Varane

If there is an area of the pitch Real Madrid could see most changes in the summer, it is in defence. The partnership between Varane and Ramos, which has made Real Madrid fans very happy over the years, is close to being over. 

Real Madrid, with the arrival of Alaba and the confirmation that Militao and Nacho are great alternatives in defence, will have to decide between the Spaniard and the Frenchman. They are both World Cup winners. 

Ramos' situation is well known. From 1st July, he will become a free agent and clubs will be able to get him for nothing. Nevertheless, he has already told the media he is keen to stay in the Spanish capital. 

In the Frenchman's case, he has not publicly stated that he wants to stay and his position has concerned the club. As his contract expires in the 2021-22 season, he could leave for free.

Man Utd, after their man

At the age of 28 and with almost 400 professional appearances, Varane will not be short of interest and he is one of the best players who will be on the market for the next transfer window. 

Man Utd are the club to have shown the most interest in the Real Madrid man in recent month. They are so interested that British paper 'The Mirror' even talks about the fee they would pay for the footballer.

The English side are willing to pay around 40 million pounds, an amount that does not please Real Madrid. 

Apparently, 'Los Blancos' want to get 60 million euros (52 million pounds) for the player who moved to the Bernabeu in the 2011-12 season. 

The Premier League club are continuing to rebuild to try and become a team to fear in Europe. Therefore, they want to have a top quality defence which already includes Harry Maguire.