Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand insists that he has sent a text to a top Ole Gunnar Solskjaer target urging him to move to Old Trafford.
Real Madrid want around €60million for the 28-year-old, who has one year left on his contract
Varane is said to want a deal wrapped up within a two-week deadline, as he ends a 10-year stay in Spain.
And Ferdinand certainly wants the France star at Old Trafford next season.
In an Instagram Q&A with his followers, Ferdinand replied to a fan who said: “Can you drop Varane a text since you were his idol?”
He replied: “Already have done. Agent Ferdy.”
The report adds that United are equipped to pay £50m for the proficient centre-back. That is around £1.5m short of Real’s asking price.