Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Everton star Jarrad Branthwaite this summer, according to transfer journalist Ben Jacobs. The Red Devils appear to have emphasized improving their backline after struggling with a leaky defence previous season. Raphael Varane has already left the club as a free agent, and Victor Lindelof and Harry Maguire have been linked with moves abroad. Numerous names have been cited as significant targets for Manchester United, including Jean-Clair Todibo, Goncalo Inacio, and Leny Yoro.
However, while Yoro is apparently interested in joining Real Madrid, United has been barred from signing Todibo due to similar ownership difficulties. As a result, the Red Devils have had to consider other choices. Initially, it appeared like Branthwaite was the major objective as they increased their efforts to acquire his signature. They even made an opening bid of roughly £43 million after agreeing on personal terms with the player. Everton, on the other hand, has rejected the idea because they refuse to let him depart for less than £70 million.
So, after failing to secure the Branthwaite deal, Manchester United has moved to pursue Matthijs de Ligt, with talks allegedly underway to sign the Dutchman. Branthwaite to Manchester United As a result, concerns arose as to whether De Ligt is Branthwaite’s alternative option. However, speaking on GiveMeSport, Jacobs stated that, while Erik ten Hag’s team is in discussions to sign De Ligt, they have not given up hope of signing Branthwaite.
However, the writer claims that Manchester United have no intention of matching Everton’s asking price of approximately £70 million, thus they will not try to arrange a deal for him if the Toffees stick to their value. Jacobs also claims that Branthwaite is eager on heading to Old Trafford, which might force Everton to drop their asking price in the coming weeks.
Ten Hag’s team appears to be planning to get two new center backs this summer, and if they are successful in doing so, it will assist the Dutch manager in turning the team’s fortunes around for the upcoming campaign.
