Man United are ready to push for the signing of Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite in the summer transfer window, claims ex-Sky Sports journalist Peter O’Rourke.
The Red Devils hierarchy is actually confident about the possibility of making the Englishman the first signing made under the Ineos era.
Man United’s representatives are optimistic that an offer of around £60m-£70m will be enough to compel Everton to sell him.
There is a belief that Everton could be forced to sell the 21-year-old before June 30 so that they can balance their 2023/24 financial books and avoid more points deductions next season.
Branthwaite remains as Man United’s ‘top’ centre-back target as the club scurries to sign a new reliable defender after being tormented by injury problems in that department.
The 21-year-old centre-back, who recently scored in Everton’s 2-0 win over Liverpool, has helped the Toffees keep 10 clean sheets in 31 Premier League appearances this season.
