Manchester United transfer news: Raphael Varane snubs Red Devils to commit future to Real Madrid

The World Cup winner will compete with Eder Militao and Sergio Ramos for a starting role next season

Raphael Varane has committed his future to Real Madrid, ending Manchester United's hopes of signing the France centre-back.

Varane had previously suggested his future could be away from the Bernabeu, with United making him a top target this summer.

Los Blancos' turbulent season ended with the return of Zinedine Zidane as manager.

And despite the signing of Eder Militao from Porto for €50 million, Varane is content in the capital and will be competing for a starting role next season under his compatriot.

"I am going to remain [at Real Madrid] next season as I'm sure that we're going to respond in a strong manner," Varane told MARCA.

"[This season] we fought and tried hard, but we can't blame anything as it's true that we missed that spark in difficult moments, and I haven't been at my best level but we are going to see the best Varane again.

"We have to evolve and Zidane knows that.

Raphael Varane of Real Madrid looks on (Getty Images) (Getty)

"We have to re-build and change things as we look to restart a new cycle."

Zidane will begin preparation for next season imminently, with Real's first friendly on July 21 against Bayern Munich.