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Mar 25, 2024 09:02-04:00

Man Utd face competition for Jarrad Branthwaite! Man City enter race for Everton star with Real Madrid also interested in £80m-rated defender

Manchester United are set to face competition from top European clubs including Manchester City and Real Madrid in pursuit of Everton star.

WHAT HAPPENED?
Earlier in March, FootballTransfers reported that Manchester United are strong contenders to land Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite as the Red Devils look to bolster their backline ahead of the 2024/25 season.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Now the Daily Mail reports that United would face competition from rivals Manchester City and La Liga giants Real Madrid in pursuit of the English defender, who has a release clause of £60m (€70m) in his current contract.
DID YOU KNOW?
In the 2023/24 season, Branthwaite has appeared in 31 matches across all competitions and has performed consistently for his side despite The Toffees being placed at the bottom half of the league.

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WHAT NEXT FOR JARRARD BRANTHWAITE?
The 21-year-old, who earned his maiden England call-up ahead of the March international friendlies, could make his debut for The Three Lions on Tuesday against Belgium at Wembley.

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