The Daily Mail have claimed that Tottenham Hotspur could face competition from Real Madrid and Manchester United for Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite.
Branthwaite has arguably been one of the best young players across the Premier League so far this season, with the 21-year-old showing maturity beyond his years for Sean Dyche’s men this campaign.
It has been widely reported over the last month or so that Tottenham are monitoring the young central defender closely (Sky Sports).
However, if the updates over the last couple of weeks are to be believed, Everton have no intention of selling their academy graduate this month and have slapped a £100m price tag on him to ward off Tottenham and other suitors (INews).
Spurs are in a three-way tussle for Branthwaite
The Mail have now also named Tottenham as one of the clubs interested in the Everton star, with the outlet stating that the Lilywhites and Manchester United ‘in particular’ are watching the youngster closely ahead of next summer.
However, it is revealed that Spurs and the Red Devils might have competition to contend with from Real Madrid, who are now also tracking the Everton star.
It is explained that Branthwaite has a relationship with Carlo Ancelotti, who handed him his senior debut for the Toffees two years ago, and that the Real Madrid boss could look to reunite with the defender at the Santiago Bernabeu at the end of the season.
Spurs Web Opinion
I cannot see Everton selling Branthwaite for less than £80m next summer. He could even cost more if he potentially gets into England’s starting eleven and does well at the Euros. The 21-year-old is thus most likely already out of Tottenham’s reach.
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