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Raphael Varane switch to Manchester United 'delayed by visa issues'

Raphael Varane switch to Man United 'delayed by visa issues'
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Raphael Varane will not be confirmed as a Manchester United player for at least another week due to visa issues, according to a report.

Raphael Varane's imminent move to Manchester United is reportedly being held up by visa issues.

After identifying the World Cup-winning Frenchman as the ideal long-term partner for Harry Maguire, United announced last month that they had agreed a deal with Real Madrid for Varane.

The centre-back recently posted a farewell message to Real Madrid as he gears up for a switch to Old Trafford, but Red Devils fans may be forced to wait a little bit longer to see the new signing in action.

According to The Telegraph, visa problems are preventing Varane from travelling to Manchester, and the former Lens man will also have to undergo mandatory quarantine upon arrival.

The report adds that it will take at least another seven days for Varane's arrival to be confirmed after he completes his United medical, leaving the defender little time to settle in before the Red Devils open their Premier League campaign against Leeds United on August 14.

Varane leaves Real Madrid after scoring 17 goals in 360 appearances for the Bernabeu giants, winning three La Liga titles and four Champions League crowns during a 10-year stay in Spain.

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ATHLETICS
· With the track and field action now finished, the final athletics event of the Games is the men's marathon, which includes three British representatives and world record holder Eliud Kipchoge (11pm)

CYCLING
· Laura Kenny goes for a sixth Olympic gold medal, and a second of the Tokyo Games, in the women's omnium (2am-4.25am)
· Jason Kenny also has another shot at gold on the final day of action, taking part in the men's keirin alongside compatriot Jack Carlin (2.24am-4am)

BASKETBALL
· After the men once again picked up Olympic gold, the USA women will attempt to replicate their success in the gold medal match against hosts Japan (3.30am)

VOLLEYBALL
· USA also have a chance for gold in the women's volleyball final against Brazil (5.30am)

BOXING
· Lauren Price bids to bring a successful Games to a golden close for Britain in the ring as she takes on Li Qian in the women's middleweight final (6.45am)

HANDBALL
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· A unique and memorable Olympic Games officially comes to a close (12pm)

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