Everton are already plotting their January transfer business.
With The Toffees languishing near the relegation zone, it’s evident further reinforcement are needed this winter.
That said, Everton are interested in signing Tariq Lamptey from Brighton, though, they face competition from Serie A giants Juventus.
Sunderland’s Chris Rigg is also admired by Everton but again it’s a similar story, as Manchester United and Liverpool are keen on the teenage sensation.
So it looks set to be a challenging window for Sean Dyche and his recruitment team and not just in terms of incomings.
It’s just come to light that Real Madrid are taking an interest in an Everton player.
Real Madrid eye Jarrad Branthwaite
Jarrad Branthwaite is arguably Everton’s best player and that was made evident in the summer when Manchester United tabled a £50m bid for him in the summer.
The Toffees rejected that offer outright as they demanded around £75m for their prized asset, who they bought from Carlisle United as a teenager.
Now, Real Madrid are showing an interest in Branthwaite ahead of the January transfer window, according to CaughtOffside.
In fact, the report claims that Real have made him an ‘important target’ along with Tottenham Hotspur’s Cristian Romero.
With the Friedkin Group set to take over Everton before the new year, perhaps their financial influence will help the club bat off any forthcoming bids.
Everton absolutely have to keep Branthwaite
Whilst Branthwaite has been injured, Everton have shipped far more goals this season which shows just how important he is.
In fact, if they were to lose him in January, it’d make them relegation favourites in the eyes of many, so they shouldn’t entertain any offers.
Instead, club chiefs must attempt to tie him down to a new deal – with his current one expiring in the summer of 2027.
Branthwaite, who currently earns around £35k-a-week (per Capology), is the future of Everton football club.
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