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John Terry heaps praise on Raphael Varane and labels soon-to-be Manchester United defender a 'top player' who will 'strengthen them', while also comparing him to former Chelsea partner Ricardo Carvalho

John Terry has praised soon-to-be Manchester United defender Raphael Varane and compared him to his former centre back partner at Chelsea, Ricardo Carvalho.

Varane is currently in Manchester and has undergone his medical, with United now left to officially announce the £42million deal from Real Madrid.

Surprisingly, there have been some experts and punters questioning whether Varane will adapt to the Premier League, but Terry says he expects him to enjoy a fine start.

John Terry has heaped praise on soon-to-be Manchester United defender Raphael Varane

'I think it's a natural one for people to say that it will take time for players to adapt,' Terry told Stadium Astro.