Amidst reports that Tottenham are preparing an offer for Jarrad Branthwaite, Everton have just made a huge play to keep the centre-back out of the clutches of the North London side.
Amidst the continued speculation over Cristian Romero’s potential departure from Tottenham, it has been claimed over recent days that Thomas Frank is prioritising signing a centre-back this summer.
It was reported last month that Spurs could turn to Jarrad Branthwaite after Marc Guehi rejected their approach.
Just last week, it was asserted that Tottenham were preparing an approach for Branthwaite, with Thomas Frank’s men wanting to steal a march on the other suitors for the centre-back.
Jarrad Branthwaite close to signing new Everton contract despite Tottenham links
However, Sky Sports have now handed Tottenham Hotspur a huge blow by revealing that Everton are close to finalising a new contract for the centre-back.
While there are still some final elements to be ironed out before Branthwaite puts pen a paper, a new deal can be announced as early as next week.
The update reveals that the Toffees first began discussions with the 23-year-old’s representatives earlier this month and have now made progress in their efforts to tie him down.
The defender was considering his future at Merseyside amidst interest from both Spurs and Chelsea, but he is now focusing on next season with his current club as they move into their new stadium at Bramley Moore Dock.
Lack of Spurs offer may be good news for fans of Cristian Romero
It was reported last week that Branthwaite was open to leaving Everton for Tottenham as the defender wanted to play Champions League football.
However, the fact that Spurs have not pushed ahead with a bid may suggest that they are relatively confident that Cristian Romero will stay.
Various sources have reported over recent days that Tottenham will fight to hang onto Romero, with the Lilywhites not wanting to lose the Argentine’s leadership qualities at the start of a new era under Thomas Frank.
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