Manchester United and France defender Raphael Varane claims that heading has “damaged his body.”

Varane, a defender for Manchester United currently, claims he went through a 2014 France World Cup match “autopilot” despite suffering a concussion.

He has demanded increased protection and understanding of the problem.

“I tell my seven-year-old kid not to head the ball when he plays football. That’s crucial, in my opinion,” Varane said to L’Equipe.

“We know that repeated shocks can have negative long-term effects, even in the absence of any immediate distress.

I’m not sure if I’ll live to be 100 years old, but I am aware that I have harmed my body. All amateur athletes should be taught the risks of headers.