Raphaël Varane — stats, profile & similar players (2026)
centre back · Manchester United · ENG-Premier League · age 33 · €900k*
Raphaël Varane is a commanding aerial defender who excels in disrupting opposition attacks and winning duels, making him an elite presence in the defensive line. With a top 44% Sofascore rating among his peers, he showcases remarkable reliability and leadership, evidenced by his impressive clearance rate and ability to regain possession in advanced areas. While his attacking contributions are limited, his durability over the past three seasons highlights his importance to Manchester United's backline.
Strengths
- Aerial duels won %
- Clearances /90
- xG + xA /90
- Possession won in att. third /90
Weaknesses
- Key passes /90
- Accurate crosses /90
- Big chances created /90
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FAQ
- Who is most similar to Raphaël Varane?
- The players most statistically similar to Raphaël Varane (centre back) are Konstantinos Mavropanos, Ethan Pinnock, Danilho Doekhi, ranked by Doppel on real per-season data.
- What position does Raphaël Varane play?
- Raphaël Varane plays as a centre back for Manchester United in the ENG-Premier League.
- What is Raphaël Varane's market value?
- Raphaël Varane's estimated market value is €900k*.
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