Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano updated the club’s situation by saying that a move for Jarrad Branthwaite is still possible this summer, with the Everton player agreeing to the move himself.
Manchester United is looking to bolster their center-back lineup this summer.
Erik ten Hag had every intention of boosting his central defensive alternatives before to Raphael Varane’s departure because of their injury-plagued campaign, which saw players like Jonny Evans, Willy Kambwala, and others play more than they were supposed to.
The former Ajax goalkeeper, who extended his contract until June 2026, is about to begin his third season in the Old Trafford dugout. He will be hoping to establish himself in the English premier league after winning two domestic trophies in consecutive seasons.
According to Romano, who provided a comprehensive transfer update via PlayBack, a trade for highly sought-after defender Branthwaite is still possible. But for things to go forward, Sean Dyche and company will need to lower their expectations.
The Red Devils and Carlisle-born Branthwaite have agreed on personal terms, but Ten Hag and his team believe Everton’s valuation—which exceeds £70 million—to be too high. Ben Jacobs of GIVEMESPORT has revealed that the Merseyside team may even ask for as much as £80 million.
If Everton lowers their asking price for the England international—dubbed “incredible” by colleague James Tarkowski—in the later stages of the summer transfer window, Manchester United is certain to make a move for him. According to Romano, the Old Trafford team plans to target at least one center back in the upcoming months.
In addition to trying to strengthen their center-back lineup, Old Trafford officials—who recently hired Dan Ashworth as their sporting director—are also keeping an eye out for a new central midfield player, particularly in light of Casemiro’s uncertain future.
One of the names on the list is Adrien Rabiot, who is currently a free agent after his Juventus contract expired; nevertheless, Liverpool, their bitter rivals, are supposedly dominating the Premier League fight for the Saint-Maurice native.
Speaking exclusively to GIVEMESPORT, Romano stated that Ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, is a big fan of the young Frenchman and has been interested in him for two years.
Rabiot, a vital member of Didier Deschamps’ Euro 2024 team, has made 452 professional club games since graduating from the Paris Saint-Germain academy. However, he may be about to finalize a career-reviving move this summer.