Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite has been linked with a move away from the Merseyside club this summer, with Manchester United interested.
Jarrad Branthwaite is a target for Manchester United. But a report from i News has claimed that Everton are now confident of keeping the 21-year-old defender at the club beyond the summer transfer window.
Branthwaite is valued at £80 million, and it seems that Manchester United are unwilling to pay that kind of money for him. It will be interesting to see if the Red Devils are willing to break the bank for him.
The 21-year-old is one of the best young defenders in the country, and he could improve Manchester United immensely. If Everton end up keeping him at the club, it would be a huge boost for them.
The Toffees have been fighting the relegation battle over the last few seasons, and they will look to push for a top-half finish in the upcoming season. Keeping their best players at the club will be crucial to their hopes of doing well next season.
It seems that a move for the English defender is unlikely to go through unless Everton lower their demands for him. Everton are under no pressure to sell their best young defender, especially if they part ways with Amadou Onana. So, it seems unlikely that they will let him leave for a knockdown price.
Manchester United need to sign a defender
Manchester United might have to move on to other targets to improve their defensive unit. The Red Devils have looked quite vulnerable defensively last season, and they need to improve the squad this summer.
Signing the right players could help them push for major trophies next season. Branthwaite is undoubtedly a top class talent with a bright future and he could develop into a world-class defender in the coming seasons.
The defender will probably hope to play for a big club in the near future. He will want to fight for major trophies, and Manchester United could provide him with that platform. Branthwaite will hope that the two clubs can finalise an agreement in the coming weeks. Manchester United have the resources to pay a premium for him, but they need to improve the other areas of their squad as well.
