Everton: Real Madrid and Newcastle twists emerge to sign Jarrad Branthwaite

Manchester United, Manchester City, Real Madrid and Newcastle all want to sign Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, according to Football Transfers.

The news outlet reported on 1 April that it's unlikely the 21-year-old, who's delivered performances that have caught Alan Shearer's eye, opts to move to St James' Park this summer.

Sources have shared it's not going to be easy for Manchester United to sign him in the summer either, given Real Madrid's interest in securing his services.

Everton can spark a transfer bidding war for Branthwaite

If the Toffees decide to sell Branthwaite, it could spark a bidding war among top clubs due to his status as an academy product, making his sale count as pure profit.

The club's need to comply with financial regulations adds urgency to offloading players and the centre-back's departure could significantly bolster their financial position. T

The fact that Manchester United, Manchester City, Newcastle and Real Madrid are all interested suggests the potential for a lucrative transfer fee, given the financial prowess of these clubs.

Branthwaite's youth, potential and versatility make him an attractive prospect for these wealthy clubs, further fueling the potential bidding war.

The Goodison Park outfit could leverage this interest to negotiate a substantial transfer fee, potentially exceeding £75million.

While his departure is not ideal, this is how the modern game works and Sean Dyche will understand if that's what ends up happening.

In other Everton news, the documents related to a Toffees first-team player are on the table of a Champions League club with a summer exit on the cards.

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