Everton duo Mason Holgate and Jarrad Branthwaite claim emerges amid transfer links
Mason Holgate, who has been deemed surplus to requirements is currently earning more than Jarrad Branthwaite at Everton, according to the Liverpool Echo.
The news outlet reported on 12 July that the club have been willing to part ways with the 27-year-old since June 2023.
The defender’s wages are one of the most important factors as to why the club are struggling to offload him.
Everton must start offering Mason Holgate around to increase demand
The Toffees must actively market Holgate to other clubs to increase demand for his services.
Holgate, who has been deemed surplus to requirements and has been available since June 2023, has struggled to attract significant interest due to his high wages.
By promoting the 27-year-old to potential suitors, the Merseyside outfit can generate more interest and potentially secure a transfer fee for the defender.
This approach can help offset the financial burden of his wages and allow the club to allocate more resources to retaining key players like Branthwaite.
The 21-year-old is currently earning less than Holgate at Goodison Park which is ludicrous considering his importance to the team.
To persuade Branthwaite to stay, the club should consider making him one of the top earners.
This would not only reflect his value to the team but also send a strong message about the club’s commitment to nurturing and retaining young talents.
In other Everton news, the club have submitted an offer to sign an international striker after the announcement of Iliman Ndiaye.
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