Manchester United have made their first move for Jarrad Branthwaite after impressing for Everton during the 2023/24 season
Manchester United have made an 'opening offer' for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, according to reports, as Erik ten Hag tries to bolster his defensive unit this summer.
Although some may say that four or five is enough, last season United were forced to use Casemiro at centre-back due to an injury crisis and the Red Devils are no doubt keen to ensure that doesn't happen very often again. It's why Branthwaite has emerged as a serious option to bolster their back-line.
Having spent the 2022/23 campaign on loan with PSV, Branthwaite returned to the Toffees and almost immediately knocked Michael Keane out of the side to partner James Tarkowski. That duo, alongside Jordan Pickford, gave the Toffees a solid base which helped them be the fourth-meanest defence in the Premier League.
Defensively, Branthwaite has proved himself. Standing at 6"4, he is a commanding and strong central defender with a great leap and is excellent at winning his duels. He has also got a fast burst of acceleration which allows him to reach optimal speed when in a foot race with quick attackers. There is a lot to like about Branthwaite, who has age on his side compared to other alternatives and also has the capacity to improve and become even better.
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