English legend Rio Ferdinand has suggested that French international Raphael Varane, forced his way through the exit door at Real Madrid.

According to Ferdinand, Raphael Varane was eager to take up a new challenge, after spending about a decade at Real Madrid.

Rio Ferdinand's stand on Varane's potential signature

Based on reports in England, the French center-back is extremely close to reaching a contract agreement with the Red Devils.

The news of Varane's potential signature is much to the delight of the Ex-English international, who has insisted that Varane probably pressured his way through the move.

From Ferdinand's statement, he claimed that the rumors of Varane's move to Manchester United had been making the rounds before the opening of the transfer window.

With that fact in mind, Ferdinand believes Raphael Varane must have pushed for the transfer.

Rounding up his statement, Ferdinand stated that Manchester United has demonstrated serious intent in this summer transfer window.

With the signatures the Red Devils have made, it is apparent that they have got a better scheme than Real Madrid. Little wonder why the French international chose to leave the Spanish capital.

A breakdown of Raphael Varane's transfer fee

According to reports in Spain, Manchester United made an initial offer of 42million Euros.

Nonetheless, before the climax of the deal, a fee of around 8million Euros would be paid as add-ons. Making it a round figure of 50million Euros.

Conclusion

The potential move of Raphael Varane to Manchester United is a welcome development.

The French international has been solid for Los Blancos, as such would provide lots of experience alongside current first-choice option Harry Maguire.

Article Writer ✏️ Ordu Daniel