Manchester United agree deal with Real Madrid for Raphael Varane

Raphael Varane looks set to leave Real Madrid for Manchester United (Nick Potts/PA)

Manchester United have agreed a deal with Real Madrid for defender Raphael Varane, it's understood.

Having last week announced the €85million arrival of England winger Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund, the Old Trafford giants stepped up their pursuit of the long-standing defensive target.