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Manchester United’s pursuit of Everton’s England centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite has hit a roadblock, as the Toffees have rejected two bids this summer. United’s latest offer of £50 million, an improvement over an initial £35 million bid, still falls short of Everton’s £70 million valuation. Despite the increased bid, Everton remains steadfast in their demand.

Everton’s recent signing of Jake O’Brien from Lyon has sparked rumors about Branthwaite’s potential departure. However, manager Sean Dyche has dismissed these speculations, emphasizing that O’Brien’s arrival is meant to enhance the squad’s depth, not to replace Branthwaite.

In a conversation with Sky Sports, Dyche addressed the rumors, expressing surprise at the speculation: “No way! You’re kidding me! I’m very surprised you’ve connected the dots like that. It has nothing to do with Jarrad’s situation. Our focus is on managing the club’s finances and adding depth to the squad. We aim to bring in young players who can grow and contribute to the club both on and off the pitch. It’s a challenging task, but we believe we have some promising players here. We’ve communicated to Jarrad that this is not about him, but of course, people will speculate.”

Meanwhile, Everton recently sold Belgian international Amadou Onana to Aston Villa for £50 million, helping to alleviate some of the club’s financial concerns.

At Manchester United, their defensive plans have been complicated by an injury to newly signed Leny Yoro, who sustained a knock during his first pre-season match. Yoro, who was seen on crutches, is expected to be sidelined for up to three months. Despite spending nearly £50 million on Yoro, United’s manager Erik ten Hag remains open to bolstering their defense further.

In a recent statement, Ten Hag acknowledged the club’s ongoing efforts: “I think we’re covered in that position, but we are always looking to improve. We have already signed two players, but at a club like Manchester United, you continue to seek opportunities for betterment. We still have time until August 30.”