Manchester United’s rebuilding efforts under Sir Jim Ratcliffe are in full swing, with a strong interest in acquiring Jarrad Branthwaite as a central defender. The club has reportedly agreed on personal terms with Branthwaite and recently submitted a £35 million ($44 million) bid, which Everton promptly rejected.

According to ESPN, Everton has set Branthwaite’s valuation at around £70 million ($89 million), a figure that Manchester United considers excessive. The Red Devils have indicated to Everton that such a price is beyond their summer budget, let alone for a single player.

In addition to Branthwaite, United had shown interest in Nice’s centre-back Jean-Clair Todibo. However, complications arose due to UEFA regulations, as both Nice and Manchester United are owned by Ratcliffe and INEOS, potentially preventing the transaction.

Meanwhile, Manchester United is also in the market for a striker to provide support for Rasmus Hojlund. Given their budget constraints, they may need to consider more economical options.

Jarrad Branthwaite

This season he played in total 35 times for 3117 minutes for Premier League.

Jarrad Branthwaite scored 3 goals for Everton. He procured no assists. He received 8 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 15th in Premier League. In the last match Everton lost 2-1 against Arsenal.

Everton performance and stats

Everton is currently 15th in the Premier League with 40 points.

In the last 38 games, it has won 13 times, drawn 9 times, and lost 16 times. In its last match, Everton lost 2-1 against Arsenal.​​

It has a negative goal difference after scoring 39 goals and conceding 49.​