Real Madrid 'want £60m for Manchester United-linked Raphael Varane'

Real Madrid have reportedly placed a £60m asking price on Raphael Varane, as the centre-back continues to be strongly linked with a move to Manchester United.

The France international's contract at the Bernabeu is due to expire next summer, and it has been suggested that Los Blancos would be open to letting him leave in the upcoming market.

A recent report claimed that Man United were preparing a £40m offer for the World Cup winner, with the Red Devils keen to sign a long-term centre-back partner for Harry Maguire.

However, according to AS, Zinedine Zidane's team have made it clear that only offers in the region of £60m would be considered for the former Lens youngster.

Varane, who is also being linked with Chelsea, has again been a vital player for the reigning Spanish champions this season, scoring twice in 40 appearances in all competitions.

The Frenchman has missed his side's last three matches due to a muscle injury, though, and he will also be absent against Athletic Bilbao in La Liga on Sunday evening.