In the star-studded August 14, Beijing time came heavy news: Premier League powerhouse Manchester United officially announced that the French defender Varane officially joined the team camp, the two sides signed a contract until June 2025, Varane will wear the No. 19 robe. It is reported that Varane's transfer fee is as high as 34 million pounds, and comes with a floating clause, this huge sum of money will be paid in installments. According to media reports, Varane's annual salary is locked at 12 million euros.
Varane has been in the game since he was a youngster, starting in Ligue 1 at the age of 17. In the summer of 2011, under the recommendation of Zinedine Zidane, the 18-year-old Varane joined La Liga giants Real Madrid and started his brilliant career in the Galaxy. In his 10 seasons at Real Madrid, Varane made 359 appearances, contributing 17 goals and 7 assists, and won 4 Champions League trophies and 3 La Liga titles with the team.
However, this summer, Varane and Real Madrid's contract renewal negotiations have been stalled, Manchester United took the opportunity to strike, to Real Madrid put forward the introduction of Varane's request. July 28, Manchester United officially announced with Real Madrid reached an agreement on the imminent arrival of the French star. But the signing of the matter still need to go through the medical examination.
On August 12, Beijing time, Varane successfully completed the physical examination, Manchester United then officially announced on the official website with Varane signing.On the evening of August 14, Manchester United officially announced again, Varane officially become a member of the team.
According to media reports, in order to sign Varane, Manchester United will pay Real Madrid £34 million with a floating clause. Meanwhile, Varane will receive a contract with an annual salary of 12 million euros. It is reported that Varane's contract with United will last for four seasons and expire in 2025, while United also has the right of first refusal to extend the contract by one year.
