Manchester United Champions League winner Patrice Evra has hailed their swoop for Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane.

Evra, 40, played alongside Varane for France between 2013 and 2016 and the new £34m Man United signing left an extremely positive impression.

Speaking to The Athletic, Evra said: "Varane reminds me of Rio Ferdinand.

"Great with the ball, great in the air. He's the complete centre-back.

"I remember his first game with the French national team and I was so impressed.

"He was so young yet so good with the ball, so fast and his anticipation was perfect.

"He's calm with the ball and he can score too.

"It's a top, top signing for Manchester United."