Jarrad Branthwaite is the subject of interest from several clubs, including Tottenham Hotspur
Everton remain intent on keeping hold of Jarrad Branthwaite this summer. The talented centre-back continues to attract interest with Tottenham Hotspur among the clubs considering a move.
But David Moyes wants to build his team around Branthwaite and the defensive axis he forms with Jordan Pickford and James Tarkowski. New owners The Friedkin Group are keen to back that plan.
Everton are braced for a second summer of interest in Branthwaite, who produced another solid season after recovering from an injury that caused him to miss the opening weeks of the campaign.
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The Blues rejected two bids from Manchester United last summer, though neither offer came close to their valuation of him after a stunning breakthrough season in the Premier League.
This summer, Spurs appear most interested in testing the water for Branthwaite even amid the uncertainty caused by the dismissal of manager Ange Postecoglou.
Europa League success has meant Tottenham can offer Champions League football while the future of current centre-back Cristian Romero is uncertain.
Branthwaite is understood to be content at Everton and grateful for the opportunities he has had on Merseyside.
Champions League football could prove a temptation in the wake of England manager Thomas Tuchel’s apparent desire for players to be competing in Europe if they are to make his World Cup squad, however.
The Blues hold the cards on any deal after the player signed a new contract 18 months ago, one that is set to keep him at the club until 2027.
Should Everton fend off interest once again, there would be an expectation that fresh terms would be on the agenda given his rise in importance since then.
