Renowned transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has just dropped a bombshell for Manchester United fans! The £70m-rated star has officially ‘agreed’ to join the Red Devils, as confirmed by Romano. But that’s not all—Sir Jim Ratcliffe is already making waves with his ‘smart’ transfer strategy. This game-changing plan could revolutionize United’s squad and push them closer to glory. Stay tuned for more updates on this massive development! 🔴⚽
Manchester United are determined to sign Jarrad Branthwaite from Everton this summer. Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that the player has approved the move, and Sir Jim Ratcliffe has a strategy to make it happen.
Ratcliffe, now steering Manchester United’s transfer dealings, is committed to reviving the club’s glory days. He is cautious about adhering to financial constraints, especially under the Premier League’s Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations.
A key part of Ratcliffe’s strategy involves reducing the club’s wage bill. High-earning players like Raphael Varane and Anthony Martial have already departed, and unloading Casemiro could save the club a significant amount annually—£43.68 million, to be precise.
According to TEAMtalk, Ratcliffe aims to bring in up to four major signings this summer, prioritizing a center-half, midfielder, striker, and potentially a right-sided attacker. PSG’s Manuel Ugarte has already signaled his willingness to join United.
The immediate focus, however, is on securing a new central defender. United initially bid £38 million for Branthwaite, potentially rising to £43 million with add-ons, but Everton values him at £65-70 million, leading to a rejection of the first offer.
In addition to Branthwaite, United’s attempts to acquire Nice’s Jean-Clair Todibo were halted by UEFA due to multi-club ownership rules, though Ratcliffe is exploring legal avenues to overcome this. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich’s Matthijs de Ligt has also been linked to United, with Bayern possibly willing to sell for a suitable offer.
Romano has confirmed that Branthwaite is enthusiastic about joining United and has agreed to personal terms. He remains hopeful that United can finalize a deal despite not having Champions League football.
Ratcliffe is cautious and will avoid overspending. Everton’s asking price of £65-70 million for Branthwaite is considered steep, and United are exploring smarter financial strategies to secure the right deals. Lille’s Leny Yoro is another potential target, but Branthwaite remains the primary focus after an impressive breakout season at Everton.
Manchester United are poised to continue their pursuit of Branthwaite, with an improved offer in the works to entice Everton into selling the 21-year-old defender.
