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Man Utd don't need Rice and should go all out for Varane, says former head of first-team development Butt

The former midfielder insists they have no need for the West Ham star and instead should try to find a reliable partner for Harry Maguire

Manchester United should drop their interest in Declan Rice and do all they can to sign Raphael Varane from Real Madrid, says Nicky Butt.

The Red Devils are said to be among the top candidates to sign Rice from West Ham.

Former United midfielder Butt, however, believes United have enough options in midfield already.

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“For me, next season has to be about getting some silverware back in that trophy cabinet,” said Butt, who served as United's head of first-team development before leaving the club in March.