Man Utd 
Lens 
- 26 August
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CONFIRMED: Raphaël Varane signs for Como.
Como beats Lens to sign Raphaël Varane. The defender leaves on a free transfer, ending the rumour of Raphaël Varane moving to Lens.
CONFIRMED: Raphaël Varane signs for Como
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Rumour report
(Latest update: )Momentum is building for Raphaël Varane's transfer to Lens, as reports suggest a 63% probability of the deal moving forward. Here is why.
- Raphaël Varane has few opportunities to further develop within this Lens squad, considering his current level and potential and the role he can play in this squad.
- Lens has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of Raphaël Varane (32).
- Lens has often bought players whose potential (FT Skill) is comparable to the potential of Raphaël Varane.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Few direct competitors for position (Facundo Medina, Kevin Danso )
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Few better competitors for position (Facundo Medina, Kevin Danso )
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Not many competitors with higher Potential (Abdukodir Khusanov, Facundo Medina)
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
Cons
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Little chance of further development
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Potential star player in position on team (Facundo Medina, Kevin Danso )
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Key player as direct competitor (Facundo Medina, Kevin Danso )
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Better than previously attracted players
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Alternatives of Lens
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
|
77.6
84.2
|
Odilon Kossounou |
 Atalanta
|
€28.4M |
|
77.6
77.6
|
Matteo Darmian |
 Inter
|
€1.7M |
|
77.5
77.5
|
Yeray Álvarez |
 Athletic
|
€4.8M |
|
77.3
77.6
|
Stefan de Vrij |
Inter
|
€3.8M |
|
77.1
78.3
|
Jonathan Tah |
 Bayern
|
€33.1M |
|
77.0
89.1
|
Ilya Zabarnyi |
 PSG
|
€59.3M |
|
76.8
79.8
|
Virgil van Dijk |
 Liverpool
|
€10.5M |
|
76.5
79.0
|
Sam Beukema |
 Napoli
|
€34.7M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kobbie Mainoo | 22-08-2025 | Report | |
| Tyrell Malacia | 18-08-2025 | Report | |
| Antony | 13-05-2025 | Report | |
| Joshua Zirkzee | 05-02-2025 | Report | |
| Lisandro Martínez | 11-12-2024 | Report | |
| Alphonso Davies | 04-12-2024 | Report | |
| Maxi Oyedele | 22-08-2024 | Report | |
| Alex Matos | 15-08-2024 | Report |
Raphaël Varane
D (C)
Skill: 73.5
Pot: 74.5
Team
Contracted Until
30 Jun 26
ETV
€12.7M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€9.5M – €15.9M
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Who is Raphaël Varane?
Raphaël Varane (FRA) is a a ball playing defender. Raphaël Varane is 32 years old (1993/04/25) and he is 191cm tall. His preferred foot is Right. His jersey number is 19. Raphaël Varane has also been used as a stopper.
Raphaël Varane's current transfer value is between €9.5M and €15.9M. His last transfer was from Como to Retired in 2024.
Raphaël Varane latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
