Raphael Varane is the feeling of the beginning of 2013. The Real Madrid defender from Martinique still splashed his class the last two clasicos.

Author of more than convincing performance, the Caribbean seduces Madrid. The performance of 19-year-old has even relegated experienced Ricardo Carvalho on the bench.

Portuguese central defender, 34 years is not resentful. He is full of praise for Raphael Varane: “From his first steps at Real, I was surprised by its tranquility. Its progress is beautiful and I’m sure he will become a great defender, “said the Portuguese international in the columns of L’Equipe.