Everton have got a major boost as Jarrad Branthwaite has committed his future to the club by signing a new five-year contract. The England international defender was the subject of two bids from Manchester United last summer, which Everton rejected, and they have demonstrated their determination to keep the 23-year-old by tying him down until 2030.

Jarrad Branthwaite says it was "quite an easy decision" to commit to a new five-year contract at Everton and that the club's ambition was a "huge" factor. The 23-year-old defender - who joined from Carlisle United in 2020 - has put pen to paper on an agreement that ties him to the club until 2030.

Jarrad Branthwaite has committed his long-term future to Everton. The young defender has signed a new five-year contract with the club.