Manchester United will have to pay £80 million to sign Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, a target for Chelsea.
According to a report by TEAMtalk, Jarrad Branthwaite is the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Red Devils are in the market for a centre-back heading into the summer transfer window. Meanwhile, Everton will demand around £80 million to part ways with the Englishman, who has also emerged as a target for Chelsea.
Jarrad Branthwaite and his Rise
Jarrad Branthwaite has established himself as one of the best young defenders in the Premier League this season. The 21-year-old needed a loan spell at PSV Eindhoven to grow in confidence and become a regular at the back for Everton. And he has not looked back since returning from the short stint in the Netherlands.
The Englishman has turned out 31 times thus far for Everton this season, chipping in with two crucial goals in the Premier League. Meanwhile, Branthwaite’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the interest of several high-profile clubs across Europe.
La Liga heavyweights Real Madrid are keen on signing the English defender, with Carlo Ancelotti reportedly pushing Los Blancos to sign the player. But a move across the Premier League might be on the cards for the young centre-back, with Chelsea and Manchester United vying for his signature. Meanwhile, Everton will demand £80 million to part ways with him.
Chelsea Manchester United Want Branthwaite
Manchester United’s interest in Jarrad Branthwaite is understandable. Raphael Varane, Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelof, and Jonny Evans face an uncertain future. So, Lisandro Martinez is the only recognised centre-back who will definitely be at Old Trafford next season. Branthwaite has thus emerged as a viable target for Manchester United.
As for Chelsea, the Blues will likely part ways with Thiago Silva in the summer transfer window after he becomes a free agent. So, Chelsea will need a long-term successor, with Branthwaite emerging as a viable target. However, shelling out £80 million to secure the Everton defender’s services might be a tall order.
Chelsea and Manchester United have struggled to comply with the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules in the last two transfer windows. So, they might have to offload a few players before affording a move worth £80 million for Branthwaite.
