Manchester United are tracking Everton's young defender Jarrad Branthwaite. The teenager is currently out on loan at Blackburn as he seeks to continue his development.
Carlo Ancelotti handed the 18-year-old his debut last year, but he wasn't going to be a permanent fixture this term. Branthwaite, who is a left-sided centre-half, was farmed out to Ewood Park where he has continued to go from strength to strength.
The Toffees spent £1m to sign him from Carlisle a year ago and have high hopes for his future. But United are now aware of his quality and could consider a move, reports the Daily Mail.
Branthwaite has made seven appearances for a Blackburn side who are pushing for a play-off spot. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is in the market for a
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