Real Madrid are preparing for life without star centre-back Raphael Varane, with the Frenchman said to be 'seriously considering' leaving in the summer. AS report that Real Madrid are not going to let him leave for free, meaning this summer is decisive - he either signs a new contract or is sold. Raphael Varane is said to be seriously considering leaving Real Madrid in the summer windowZinedine Zidane will hope to convince his centre-back to stay, much like he did back in 2019It is claimed that Varane also wanted to leave in 2019 but was persuaded to stay by Zinedine Zidane. Real Madrid, meanwhile, are already looking at potential replacements, with Villarreal's Pau Torres, Bayern Munich's David Alaba and Sevilla's Jules Kounde their top three options. Bayern Munich stalwart David Alaba (left) is another long-term target for Real Madrid

Source: Daily Mail March 10, 2021 08:34 UTC