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Improved Offer on the Table
Manchester United are intensifying their pursuit of Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite with a new bid of £45 million, potentially rising to £50 million with add-ons. This comes after a previous £35 million offer for the 22-year-old defender was turned down by the Toffees, who are reportedly holding out for a fee closer to £70 million.
Contract Terms Agreed
Despite the transfer fee impasse, United have made headway by agreeing to personal terms with Branthwaite, offering the centre-half a lucrative £160,000-a-week deal as they aim to secure one of their key targets for the upcoming season.
Strategic Recruitment Drive
United’s recruitment team, led by Erik ten Hag, is not only focusing on Branthwaite. They are also considering moves for Matthijs de Ligt of Bayern Munich and Bologna’s Joshua Zirkzee, with a £43 million offer on the cards for De Ligt and advanced negotiations for Zirkzee, who has a £34 million buyout clause.
Midfield Reinforcements in Sight
Another area of interest for United is the defensive midfield position, with Paris Saint-Germain’s Uruguayan international Manuel Ugarte topping their list. Additionally, England Euro 2024 star Marc Guehi is being eyed as an alternative should the Branthwaite deal fall through.
Greenwood Set for Departure?
As United look to balance the books in line with the Premier League’s financial regulations, forward Mason Greenwood may be the first to leave, with Marseille reportedly offering £27 million plus a sell-on clause. Greenwood, who did not train with the squad recently, has also attracted interest from clubs like Lazio, Atletico Madrid, and Valencia.
Transfer Round-Up
Other notable transfer movements include Kevin De Bruyne’s verbal agreement with Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad, West Ham’s acquisition of Wolves defender Max Kilman for £40 million, and Chelsea’s £42 million bid for Atletico Madrid’s Samu Omorodion, which was rejected by the Spanish club.
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