And Madrid president Florentino Perez may subsequently be willing to let Varane go if it means landing De Gea.
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However, Don Balon add Leonardo Bonucci’s move to AC Milan could hamper that possibility of an exchange.
Juventus have now sold the Italy international, who was a key target for Madrid.
With a direct replacement not lined up for Varane, it leaves the possibility of him switching Madrid for Manchester United up in the air for the moment.
Mourinho claimed yesterday that United have ended their interest in Madrid striker Alvaro Morata, while Keylor Navas is not wanted in exchange for De Gea.