Speculation continues to swirl around Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane’s future, with Juventus the latest club to be linked with a move for the French centre-back, according to Corriere dello Sport.

Reports earlier this week suggested Varane was looking for a new challenge after eight years at Madrid, a spell that has seen him become one of the best defenders in the world.

Still only 25, Varane has won the Champions League four times, along with two La Liga titles, and last summer he added the World Cup to his trophy collection after anchoring France’s defence during their triumphant campaign in Russia.

Though he has refused to address the transfer rumours after his initial hints at a potential exit, Varane now continues to be linked with a summer move.

Manchester United are said to be interested, having tried to sign him in 2011 only to be beaten by Madrid for the signature of the then-Lens defender.

And now it seems Juventus have entered the fray, a transfer that would see Varane reunited with former Real Madrid team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo.

However, Varane’s reported release clause of €500 million could make any move difficult.