Manchester United still interested in signing Jarrad Branthwaite
manchester united They are reportedly still interested in signing. Everton star Jarrad Branthwaite, according to the daily mail.
After a disappointing campaign last season, the Red Devils decided to revamp their defensive department last summer. They were interested in buying the 22-year-old and submitted two official proposals worth up to £50m, but ultimately failed to agree a deal with the Toffees so it did not materialise.
After missing out on Branthwaite, Man Utd decided to strengthen the centre-back position by signing Leny Yoro and Matthijs de Ligt from LOSC Lille and Bayern Munich respectively.
Now, the daily mail reports that Man Utd remain interested in signing the Everton star and have held talks over a deal to sign him in the upcoming January window.
United's new sporting director Dan Ashworth is the driving force in luring Branthwaite to Old Trafford and Everton want a fee of around £70m to sell him with his current contract running until 2027. However, the record first division The champions cannot afford to sign him unless they raise funds by selling players.
Branthwaite to Manchester United
Branthwaite enjoyed a stellar campaign last season and helped the Toffees survive relegation. However, the defender has been struggling with injury problems this season and as a result has not been able to properly serve his club so far.
The Englishman is a 6ft 4in tall left-footed defender. He is fast, can play from the back, is excellent in the air and efficient in defensive contributions.
Branthwaite is a very talented player and has the potential to become a world class player in the future. Therefore, it would be a big coup for Man Utd if they bought him.
Rubén Amorim likes to deploy a back three system and United need adequate depth in this position with Harry MaguireThe futures of Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelof are currently uncertain as the trio have entered the final year of their respective contracts.
It will be interesting to see if the record Premier League champions will eventually manage to secure his service in the upcoming January window to bolster the defensive department.
