Rafael Varane was paraded as Manchester United’s new player ahead of the Premier League opener against Leeds after signing a four-year contract with the Red Devils on Saturday.
United announced that a deal was in place to sign the France international from Real Madrid on 27 July, but the completion of the 28-year-old’s signing was delayed due to a visa, coronavirus isolation and a medical need.
The delay meant that Wren was not registered in time to make his debut against Leeds.
He was given a warm welcome by a crowd of 76,000 inside Old Trafford after he entered the field minutes before kick-off.
Rafael Varane said on the move, “Manchester United are one of the most prestigious clubs in world football and the opportunity to be here and play in the Premier League is something I cannot turn down.”
“I want to achieve more in my career and I know that I am joining a team full of great players who will have the same determination to win matches and trophies. After talking to the manager I can see how much progress has been made over the past few seasons and now I am in the group ready to play at the highest level.
“I want to make an impact here and I will give everything I can to be a part of this club’s glorious history.”
Varane will be wearing the number 19 jersey.
“I am absolutely delighted that we have managed to secure one of the best defenders in the world over the last 10 years. Rafael is a proven winner that we have tracked for a long time and we know what a dedicated professional he is It is,” said manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
“We have a lot of depth of international defenders and he will add to his immense skill set and leadership in that group. He is a unique defender with a rare combination of top class attributes that I know will impress our young players.
“He has won everything to win but I know he is still determined to succeed, I can’t wait to welcome him to the team.”
(with inputs from AFP)
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