Real Madrid Eyes Everton Jarrad Branthwaite Amid Defensive Woes

Real Madrid is keen on signing Everton 22-year-old defender Jarrad Branthwaite, a target for Liverpool and Manchester United. With Eder Militao injured, Los Blancos are seeking reinforcements. Everton values Branthwaite at £70 million, with the player making 22 appearances this season. Manager Carlo Ancelotti, familiar with Branthwaite from Everton, is closely monitoring the situation.

For the upcoming summer transfer window, Real Madrid is reportedly eyeing Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite, who is also a target for Liverpool and Manchester United. According to TEAMtalk, Los Blancos are keen on reinforcing their defense due to ongoing injury concerns. While Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba have returned, Eder Militao remains sidelined until summer with an ACL injury.

Branthwaite, a 22-year-old center-back, has been a key player for Everton, making 22 appearances this season despite missing the start due to a groin injury. Everton values him at £70 million and has him under contract until 2027. His performances have attracted interest from top clubs, including Manchester United, who failed in their attempt to sign him last summer. Liverpool has also been linked with the young defender.

Meanwhile, Manchester United loanee Antony has been nominated for February's LaLiga Player of the Month award after a strong resurgence at Real Betis. The Brazilian winger, who struggled at United after his £86 million transfer in 2022, has scored three goals and provided two assists in six games since joining Betis in January. He is competing for the award alongside Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe, Osasuna’s Ante Budimir, Athletic Club’s Oihan Sancet, and Barcelona’s Pedri.