Man Utd ‘expect’ to complete £75m transfer before June deadline

Manchester United’s hierarchy expect to complete a deal for Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite by the end of June, according to reports.

United are looking for at least one new centre-back following the departure of Raphael Varane and Branthwaite is on the club’s shortlist after an impressive season in the Premier League.

Everton, meanwhile, have been deducted eight points this season after two separate breaches of the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR) and it is understood the club remain under pressure to relax their finances ahead of the June 30 deadline , which marks the end of the financial period. year for the top teams.

According to the Liverpool Echo, United believe they can capitalize on Everton’s plight this month, but the Toffees are refusing to let the 21-year-old leave for a reduced fee and are holding out for a figure of around £75million. .

The report claims Everton still plan to keep Branthwaite at Goodison Park but now remain open to a quicker move from United after the defender was left out of England’s final Euro 2024 squad this week.

United are also cautious about spending this summer due to the Premier League’s PSR rules, with Erik ten Hag admitting he was denied a new striker in the January transfer window due to the club’s financial situation.

Meanwhile, Jonny Evans has indicated he is open to extending his stay at United.

After joining as a surprise free transfer last summer, the 36-year-old has gone on to make 30 appearances in all competitions for United this season as a number of injuries plagued Erik ten Hag’s side.

“I’ve always had that determination, I knew going into this season I would make the most of it and the club would appreciate me,” Evans told BBC Sport Northern Ireland.

“I think I had the belief that I was going to be able to do it, I think I did it and I’m backing myself to play well and I still feel like I have something to offer.”

Asked if he was confident of staying at United, Evans said: “Yes, if they want me to stay, it won’t be a difficult deal.”

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