Man Utd could be helped by a “big pinch point” coming for some Premier League clubs as they attempt to buy Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, according to The Athletic journalist David Ornstein.
Widespread reports indicated last week that the Red Devils had a bid of £35m turned down by the Toffees last week for Branthwaite as Man Utd look to start their transfer business early.
There could be major changes at Man Utd this summer after Sir Jim Ratcliffe completed a deal to buy 27.7 per cent of the Premier League club with the British billionaire looking for bargain deals for younger players this summer.
Ratcliffe is determined to players under the age of 25 where possible with Man Utd having a rumoured budget of around £50m before player sales, which will be used to top up the kitty.
Branthwaite falls into INEOS’ ideal signing category because of his age and potential but Everton’s reported £70m demands could put Man Utd off.
Ornstein admits Everton will probably have to balance their books before June 30 to avoid any punishment over Premier League profitability and sustainability rules – but that their “hole is relatively small” compared to some clubs.
