Finally, Man Utd have got their man.
United and Real Madrid have agreed an initial fee of £34m, which could rise to £42m, and the 28-year-old defender has agreed terms on a four-year contract with the option for another 12 months.
All that is now needed is a passed medical, which has been delayed because of quarantine restrictions.
The Spanish club wished their former player well at his new club:
"Real Madrid wants to show all its affection to Raphaal Varane and his family and wishes him good luck in this new stage of his professional career," the club said in a statement.
"Our club thanks you for your professionalism and exemplary behaviour during the 10 seasons in which you defended our shirt."