As reported earlier, Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite is edging closer to a move away from the Merseyside club to join Manchester United in a deal that could worth over £70M
The English centre-back impressed for the Toffees in the just concluded Premier League season,and his solid performances have attracted the attention of some of the biggest clubs in the world.
The centre-back’s move to Old Trafford is gathering pace with the Red Devils putting in a bid for him, having already rejected Man United’s first bid.
Meanwhile, Reports claims that Everton weighing on wether to replace their outgoing defender this summer. And they’ve identified Man United out of favour centre-back Victor Lindelof as the suitable replacement.
The Toffees have targeted a move for the Sweden international in the past and they could come back for him again as they prepare for life without Branthwaite.
Lindelof was not a regular in the Man United starting line up in the 2023-24 season due to poor form and consistency issues.
It’s unclear if Manchester United will entertain an offers for the swedish international this summer.
