Man Utd look for double blow to sign Branthwaite and Onana
manchester united They are reportedly planning to swoop in to sign. Everton duo Jarrad Branthwaite and Amadou Onana this summer, according to Manchester Evening News.
Having endured a woeful campaign this season, the Red Devils reportedly want to revamp their squad during the offseason to turn their fortunes around next season.
It has been suggested that Erik ten Hag wants to sign a new forward to support Rasmus Hojlundbut strengthening the engine room and the rear is also on the Dutch coach's to-do list this summer.
According to the report of MENRaphael Varane and Jonny Evans' contracts are set to expire at the end of this season and United have identified Branthwaite as a serious target to replace the duo.
The report further states that the record first division The champions have been monitoring the youngster's development of late before making a potential move this summer. MEN He also claims that, along with Branthwaite, Bayer Leverkusen star Edmond Tabsoba is also on United's radar.
Manchester United plot a double blow
The report says that with casemiro Linked with a move away from the club, Man Utd have tipped Onana as a key target to replace the Brazilian. MEN claims that United have also been monitoring the Belgian's recent performances ahead of a potential move this summer.
It has been suggested that Everton could demand a fee of around £75 million to sign Branthwaite, while Onana could be available for a fee of around £50 million. United will therefore have to spend a combined fee of £125m to buy the Everton duo this summer.
Branthwaite has shown impressive performances in the Premier League this campaign, so could be a shrewd signing for the Red Devils if they acquire him.
However, while Onana is a talented player and has shown flashes of his qualities in the Premier League of late, there are doubts over his ability with the ball at his feet. Therefore, he might not be an ideal choice to play in Ten Hag's possession-based system. Therefore, Man Utd would be better off exploring other options to strengthen their engine room.
However, it will be interesting to see if the record Premier League champions ultimately opt to take a concrete approach to buying the Everton duo ahead of next season.
