France defender Raphael Varane has agreed a move to Manchester United from Real Madrid.
Here, the PA news agency takes a look at what qualities the 28-year-old will bring to Old Trafford.
Experience
Winning mentality
Defensive rock
United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made strengthening the centre of his side’s defence a priority once an agreement had been struck for England winger Jadon Sancho. The feeling at Old Trafford is that Harry Maguire needs a solid, long-term partner at the back and Varane fits the bill.
A touch of Rio