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Everton 'set their price for Man United target Jarrad Branthwaite'… with Old Trafford bosses 'hoping to do a deal for the highly rated defender before the end of June' after his England axe

Everton will only consider a massive offer for Jarrad Branthwaite, as Manchester United look to step-up their pursuit of the talented centre back and sign him before the end of June.

It's understood the Blues want keep hold of the highly-rated centre-back, however, he is attracting plenty of attention.

Old Trafford executives are believed to want finalise a deal for the 21-year-old prior to June 30, as they want to make several signings across key positions this summer.

The 21-year-old looked set to win a place in England's 26-man squad for this year's European Championship, but was a surprise omission by England manager Gareth Southgate.