Varane is well-known for being a smooth operator both on and off the field. He frequently represents BOSS Eyewear as an ambassador, and the brand’s sporty elements and slim-cut suits fit him well. ‘I like fashion but I don’t wear anything extreme. Some people are more extravagant,’ he says (politely).

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The BOSS Eyewear collection features optical frames and sunglasses crafted with a mix of eco-friendly and recycled materials, and finished in a range of retro-inspired shapes and shades. ‘I have a few different pairs I love from the new collection,’ says Varane. ‘Boss is very much my style. It’s a classic, quality brand.’

He won’t be drawn on who is the most stylish at United, but says he has a good reputation in the dressing room. Being stylish is, he smiles, part of French culture.