Manchester United have reportedly been handed a blow in their pursuit of Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite. United have made two bids to the Toffees in an effort to sign Branthwaite this summer.
However, both offers have been rejected by the Goodison Park club as United's pursuit of the centre-back goes on. The second offer made by United was £45million plus a further £5million in add-ons.
This was an increase on the original £43million bid that was made by the Reds last month, which was also rejected. United are looking to sign two centre-backs this summer, with Branthwaite a known target.
However, a fresh update has emerged which may make it difficult for United to sign the Everton defender. READ MORE: Willy Kambwala set to be sold by Manchester United for huge profit READ MORE: Two different timings with Jadon Sancho's return to Manchester United raise more questions According to The Athletic, Aston Villa are close to signing Everton midfielder Amadou Onana.
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