Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite has reportedly made a key decision on his future, opting to remain at Goodison Park despite serious interest from Premier League rivals Chelsea, Manchester United, and Tottenham Hotspur.
The 23-year-old centre-back has been a standout performer since his breakthrough season in 2023–24, prompting multiple suitors to line up for his signature.
Manchester United launched two failed bids last summer—the latter worth £50 million—but Everton held firm to their £70 million valuation. Since then, Spurs and Chelsea have entered the frame following Branthwaite’s continued development under David Moyes.
Although it was believed Branthwaite was only open to joining a Champions League club—a stance that initially gave the London clubs an edge—Sky Sports now report that the England international has decided to commit his immediate future to Everton. A new long-term contract is said to be nearly finalized, with only a few details left to agree, and the deal could be signed as early as next week.
The centre-back, who has just one England cap, had reportedly been weighing his options with hopes that a high-profile move might improve his national team chances—especially after being left out of Thomas Tuchel’s early England squads. However, his current decision suggests he believes he can achieve that level of recognition while remaining at Everton.
The news will come as a blow to Chelsea and United, although both clubs have already started shifting their focus.
Chelsea, under new boss Enzo Maresca, have recently signed young centre-back Mamadou Sarr from Strasbourg and are now targeting a left-winger, with personal terms already agreed with Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens.
Meanwhile, Manchester United have prioritized attacking reinforcements. They’ve secured the signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolves and are reportedly closing in on a deal for Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo.
Branthwaite still has two years left on his current Everton deal, with an option for a third. By securing him with a new contract, the Toffees are set to fend off further interest—at least for now—and retain one of England’s most promising young defenders.