Man Utd reignites interest with 'new move' to sign Everton star Jarrad Branthwaite
manchester united They are planning a 'new move' to sign Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite next summer but will face competition from Liverpoolaccording talksport.
The 22-year-old was the subject of persistent interest from the Red Devils last summer but no move materialized as both clubs failed to agree a deal.
Despite having two failed bids, including a £50m bid last summer, talksport reports that United have now revived their interest in the England international and placed him at the top of their list transfer wish list.
The Englishman dreams of taking a big step towards the top first division side, and Man United sporting director Dan Ashworth could bring him to Old Trafford as he believes the 23-year-old is an archetypal player who suits Ruben Amorim's preferred 3-4-3 playing style, according to the report.
However, the Red Devils face stiff competition for the centre-back's signature as talksport reports that Premier League rivals Liverpool are also interested in the defensive ace.
Branthwaite still has three years left on his contract at Goodison Park, and Everton are expected to demand a significantly higher fee than his €42m (£35m). Transfer market valuation.
United revive interest in Branthwaite
Branthwaite has been struggling with an injury that has kept him out of most of the Toffees' games this season.
He has only featured in three Premier League games and also featured in a few Premier League 2 games with the under-21s to keep up with his fitness.
While many may assume his value could fall following his relegation to the bench, there is no doubt about Branthwaite's capabilities when fully fit.
The England international was part of a combative Everton defense that conceded the fourth-worst number of goals last season. Arsenal, city of manchester and Liverpool.
His physicality and aggressiveness in duels is what United needs in their defense that has faced and conceded a multitude of opportunities this season.
With United making a new move for the centre-back after a failed move last summer, it remains to be seen if Everton's rating will drop or if the Merseyside club will maintain a high valuation for the player.
