Manchester City are unlikely to make a move for Jarrad Branthwaite ahead of January, as they are keen to wait until the summer to evaluate him further.
According to Football Insider, Manchester City are eager to wait until the end of the season to decide whether Jarrad Branthwaite fits their criteria. Hence, Pep Guardiola’s side are not expected to make a move for the 22-year-old Manchester United-linked star in January, as they could prioritize other areas.
Manchester City suffered yet another win, this time away at Aston Villa, that saw them slip to sixth position. There are massive issues at the club this season, and the biggest one has come with their midfield and defensive performances.
Pep Guardiola is widely expected to use the January window to his advantage as the club has the cash to splash on recruits. Looking at some of the defensive performances, they were linked with Jarrad Branthwaite recently, although any move for the Everton star looks unlikely ahead of next month.
The suggestions point that Manchester City are indeed interested but views Branthwaite as inexperienced for their level and is eager to see him develop further. The report goes on to insist that the club will keep close tabs on his performances, as they could decide at the end of the season.
The big issue for Manchester City would come from their rivals in the Branthwaite chase, as they will know of interest from suitors, that include a host of top clubs. Everton’s current asking price has already put off most of those parties, as the summer window might be the ideal time for the 22-year-old to leave for a bigger club.
Will Jarrad Branthwaite leave Everton?
With the club moving to a new stadium by next season, there’s some hope that the young defender might stay put and continue his development with the Toffees. Manchester United were keen in the summer, and while they failed to bring him then, Ruben Amorim is keen to lure him again. The Red Devils did sign Leny Yoro as an alternative but remain in the mix for the Toffees man and will make space if he does arrive.
Branthwaite will have plenty of options, and there’s a big chance that Manchester City are also in the mix. Hence, next summer could be a big window for the 22-year-old defender, who has so far shown he’s ready for the big level.
