Overview
- As of 19 September 2026, multiple outlets report that Real Madrid and top English clubs are watching Branthwaite’s performances and training for signs he is a viable long‑term target.
- Everton have signalled they do not want to sell and have been linked to a reported asking price of about €93m (£80m), a stance strengthened by a long contract said to run until 2030.
- Buyers are scrutinising Branthwaite’s durability after he missed 31 matches in 2025–26 with recurring hamstring issues, so fitness over the current season is a key factor in any approach.
- Manchester United are among the long‑term admirers named in reports and could revive interest in a future window after having offers rejected previously.
- Coverage frames a transfer as more likely in a coming summer window than an immediate deal because Everton’s valuation and Branthwaite’s injury history make clubs cautious and patient.