David Beckham wants to add Manchester United reject Raphael Varane into his squad of Inter Miami superstars.
Varane, 31, who left Old Trafford when his contract expired at the end of the season, has been sounded out about joining Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba at the Chase Stadium next season.
The Frenchman cost United a staggering £85million in transfer fees and wages during three injury-hit seasons in Manchester in which he made just 68 Premier League appearances. But Miami owner Beckham is ready to offer Varane one last pay-day in the MLS in a bid to further boost the profile of the Florida-based club.
The club currently top the MLS table after 20 games going into the final four months of the season. The transfer window opens from July 18 to August 14, although Varane can sign a deal now that he’s a free agent.
The chance to link up with some of his old foes from his prime years will be a tempting one. Varane was a popular figure at United, despite his fitness issues, and helped the Reds beat rivals Manchester City in the FA Cup Final in his final appearance.
And Varane shared an emotional message to United fans announcing his departure ahead of that final, which Erik ten Hag's side won 2-1 thanks to goals from youngsters Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo.
"It's been an amazing few years to play for this special club and wearing that shirt," Varane said. "The first time I went to Old Trafford as a Manchester United player was insane, the atmosphere was amazing.
"When the fans go to Wembley it's something they remember for life. To share that moment with them [winning the Carabao Cup] was absolutely amazing. Despite the fact we had a difficult season, I'm very positive for the future.
"The new owners are coming with a clear plan and a great strategy. I'll see you at Old Trafford to say goodbye for the last game at home this season [against Newcastle ] and it's going to be a very emotional day for me, for sure."
Varane spent 10 years at Real Madrid before leaving to join United, with the Frenchman helping the Spanish giants win three La Liga titles, four Champions League's, three Spanish Super Cups and a Copa Del Rey.
loyalKING
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Varane is just 31 years old! he can be a solid player for next 2-3 years
old or young if he or she is with messi..everything's fine
loyalKING
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Varane is just 31 years old! he can be a solid player for next 2-3 years
old or young if he or she is with messi.. it's fine
Bouaeiosuy
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only old players
Ranked were above Soudi Pro-league? Confirm your source of news again
gm11
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only old players
Still ranked above Saudi league tho, look at all the young player Saudi is bringing in and the league still hasn't even grown.
gm11
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MLS can't improve by just increasing glamorous players who are over the hill ! Beckham is just banking on star power to make profit instead of building a team that can win trophies !
Doesn't even matter it's still ranked about the Saudi league.
Mondung
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only old players
lubbinosty
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This is the results of humiliating Madrid.
Metacemnps
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Inter miami should also sign a goalkeeper, and not someone from Hollywood thinking their's CGI on the pitch
Shark-V
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Varane is just 31 years old! he can be a solid player for next 2-3 years
cukelrty
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LOL 😆🤣 improving the nursing home 🏡😁
h jealous nob?
Wiseman5000
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LOL 😆🤣 improving the nursing home 🏡😁
just like Saudi Arabia getting old people too
Kuteesa
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MLS can't improve by just increasing glamorous players who are over the hill ! Beckham is just banking on star power to make profit instead of building a team that can win trophies !
Then make yours & implement your good plans. In fact you will be able to bank on yourself than being annoyed by others.
wuacmprtuy
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MLS can't improve by just increasing glamorous players who are over the hill ! Beckham is just banking on star power to make profit instead of building a team that can win trophies !
masilnoprt
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LOL 😆🤣 improving the nursing home 🏡😁
Kudcdekntu
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varane won't go miami yet
beacikotyz
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lol
what is so funny about it ..Varane is finished already in club level and international level ..Miami or soudi perfect for him...
sirhtain
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Sure ,Inter Miami need defender
bepbdntuy
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lol