Manchester United are yet to meet Real Madrid's asking price for Raphael Varane, according to reports.
The Red Devils are keen to bolster their defensive ranks this summer, and are said to have made Varane their leading target.
Madrid have not ruled out cashing in on Varane this summer, despite Sergio Ramos' exit.
They are also holding out for around £51.4m, whereas United's previous offer was for just £38.5m.
The two clubs remain some distance apart and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side will have to up their bid to land Varane.
He is one of the best centre-backs around, and would bring a wealth of experience to Old Trafford. After all, this is a man who has won three La Liga titles and four Champions Leagues at Madrid.
It will be interesting to see what United's approach is from here. They could wait until nearer the end of the transfer window and hope that Madrid cave in. Los Blancos would certainly rather avoid losing Varane for nothing next summer.
You'd imagine that would be Solskjaer's preference. The Norwegian will be delighted that Jadon Sancho is set to join the club next week. But more names will have to follow if United are to win the Premier League title next season.
Solskjaer knows it too. He's yet to win a trophy as United manager, and that won't be tolerated forever. Over to you, Mr Woodward...
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