In a recent report, The Daily Mail mentioned that Real Madrid are hoping to recruit Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite. It has been stated that Los Blancos are eyeing a move to secure the services of the English centre-half.
Branthwaite’s Impressive Run Of Form At Goodison Park
Branthwaite is having a solid campaign at the Merseyside club as he has put in a run of impressive displays for them on the defensive third of the pitch. The 21-year-old has been involved in 21 matches for Everton this season on all fronts.
The English talent has given a good account of himself when defending inside his half based on his average of 2.0 tackles, 1.8 interceptions and 4.6 clearances per 90 minutes in the Premier League. He has even been accurate when distributing possession from the back based on his pass success rate of 79.4% in league football (stats via whoscored).
His current contract at Everton will expire in the summer of 2027 which could make it difficult for Real Madrid to land him on the cheap this January or at the end of this campaign.
Is Branthwaite A Good Choice For Real Madrid Boss Carlo Ancelotti?
Branthwaite is a tough-tackling defender who can read the danger well to secure the ball back for his team inside his half. He doesn’t hesitate to clear the danger when needed and is a tidy passer of the ball as well.
Standing at 1.95m, the English sensation is a towering presence on the defensive third of the pitch. He has all the skillset to become a world-class player in his position someday.
We can expect Branthwaite to bring more bite and steel to Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti’s defensive department. He might even help the Madrid outfit compete for a lot of major honours over the next decade.
At 21, Branthwaite has the potential to become a future star at the highest level. Thus, he would be a great choice for Los Blancos to pursue in the long run. However, it remains to be seen whether he can maintain his good form in Spanish football. Still, the pros outweigh the cons of signing someone of Branthwaite’s potential, so Ancelotti should focus on getting a deal done for him soon.
