varane

Varane is a French surname. Notable bearers include Raphaël Varane, a professional footballer born in 1993. Varane began his senior career with Lens, moved to Real Madrid in 2011, and established himself as a first-team defender. At Real Madrid he won multiple trophies, including four UEFA Champions League titles (2014, 2016, 2017, 2018) and several domestic championships. In 2021 he transferred to Manchester United, where he continued to play as a central defender. Internationally, Varane debuted for the France national team in 2013 and was part of the squad that won the 2018 FIFA World Cup. He has also contributed to France's campaigns in European and World Cup competitions. Varane is recognized for his pace, positional sense, and aerial ability, often pairing with other experienced centre-backs at club level. The surname Varane remains relatively uncommon, and is most widely associated with this footballer.