That’s according to Spanish media outlet Don Balon who the Portuguese hasn’t given up the chase for talented centre-back.

The France international has struggled with injuries.

And Don Balon say Real supremo Florentino Perez is concerned the 24-year-old isn’t reliable enough.

He's managed just 117 La Liga games for the club since signing from Lens in 2011.

Mourinho is a long-term admirer of Varane and handed him his Real debut.

Don Balon say he tried to sign him during his tenure at Chelsea but a deal failed to materialise.

It’s suggested Mourinho's continued to monitor his progress and is ready to launch a formal swoop in the summer.

Despite the United boss’ eagerness to sign Varane, he might have missed the boat.

Another Spanish publication, Mundo Deportivo, reckon he’s set to pen a new long-term deal with Real.

Mundo say an official presentation of Varane's new contract signing to the public will be made tomorrow afternoon.

The talented defender has won a host of honours during his six-year spell in Madrid.

Since taking his Real bow, Varane has won two La Liga titles, the Spanish Cup and three Champions Leagues.