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Raphael Varane is delighted to be playing alongside Cristiano Ronaldo again but his happiness is tempered by the challenges facing Manchester United.

The Red Devils defender spent seven years with Ronaldo at Real Madrid and the pair were reunited at Old Trafford after separate transfers last summer.

But Varane's new club have failed to hit the heights that he was expecting, best displayed by their dismal 0-0 draw against Watford on Saturday, with the 28-year-old himself struggling to play regularly due to a raft of injury issues.

However, spending time with the five-time Ballon d'Or winner on and off the pitch has been beneficial for Varane, telling Canal Plus: "We have a very good relationship.

"It's someone who likes to share, who likes to talk about everything he knows in terms of football, in terms of physical and mental preparation.

"We don't hesitate to talk about everything that surrounds the life of a professional footballer. It's a great experience to play with him.

"His competitive, winning mentality is a plus for the team."

While United's defence is still vulnerable even with his composed presence, Varane says he 'feels good' after starting nine of their 12 last matches.