According to reports, Manchester United have been given a huge boost in their pursuit of Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite after agreeing personal terms with the player s representatives .
Branthwaite is one of the Red Devils top targets this summer with Sir Jim Ratcliffe ready to bring him to the club.
and are open to selling as they look to comply with the Premier League s Profit and Sustainability rules (PSR).
Reports suggest that Ratcliffe will splash the cash on Branthwaite, though s spending will also be restricted due to the top flight s financial rules.
Sales will help Erik ten Hag s side in that aspect with Jadon Sancho and Casemiro expected to leave this summer, while Antony s future is up in the air.
Marcus Rashford is another Man Utd player being linked with a summer exit. Then again, he is every year.
Branthwaite would be an excellent addition to Ten Hag s defence and the sort of player Ratcliffe is eager to bring to Old Trafford.
It was reported earlier this month that one of which is not signing players over the age of 25.
At 21 years old, English, and Premier League proven, Branthwaite fits the bill and for the £70m Everton want, would walk straight into the Man Utd back four.
Man Utd agree personal terms with Jarrad Branthwaite
And with Man Utd preparing their opening bid, it has been reported by that they have agreed personal terms with Branthwaite s representatives .
This is viewed as a significant step forward and a huge boost to Ten Hag and Ratcliffe s summer plans, though Branthwaite will be paid between £150,000 and £160,000 a week which equates to an annual salary of £8.32m.
There is no agreement over a fee between the two Premier League clubs as Everton hold out for about £70m .
The Toffees steep valuation comes down to the fact the youngster is a two-footed, left-sided, English centre half . The fact he is very tall is also an aspect.
