The latest England squad has reportedly recognized the 21-year-old defender as a prime target for Old Trafford officials. There are talks of a potential summer bid, especially as Everton may need to offload key assets to address financial concerns.

Bringing Branthwaite on board would be a strategic investment for United in the long run, although it won’t be a budget-friendly move. His value has significantly risen this season, following a successful loan stint at Eredivisie powerhouse PSV during the 2022-23 season.

According to reports from TEAMtalk, Branthwaite’s price tag has now reached £80 million ($102 million). If a deal materializes at this figure, he would match the record set by Harry Maguire as the world’s most expensive defender.

Everton is reportedly using Wesley Fofana’s transfer to Chelsea as a benchmark in negotiations regarding Branthwaite’s potential sale. Fofana’s move from Leicester to Chelsea in 2022 fetched £75 million ($96 million). Whether United is willing to match this high valuation for another defensive asset remains to be seen.

Jarrad Branthwaite

This season he played in total 25 times for 2250 minutes for Premier League.

Jarrad Branthwaite scored 2 goals for Everton. He procured no assists. He received 7 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 16th in Premier League. In the last match Everton lost 2-0 against Manchester United. The next match in Premier League will be against AFC Bournemouth.

Everton performance and stats

Everton is currently 16th in the Premier League with 25 points.

In the last 28 games, it has won 8 times, drawn 7 times, and lost 13 times. In its last match, Everton lost 2-0 against Manchester United.​​

It has a negative goal difference after scoring 29 goals and conceding 39.​

Everton will play the next match in Premier League against AFC Bournemouth on Saturday 30th of March in Bournemouth.​

Manchester United performance and stats