Overview

• The Mirror reports both clubs are targeting the 23-year-old centre-back, with Manchester United considering a January offer of about £65m.
• The BBC lists the story in its gossip roundup, framing it as unconfirmed transfer speculation.
• Branthwaite signed a new five-year deal in July that runs to 2030, a position likely to push any fee higher.
• Reporting portrays United’s interest as part of defensive succession planning, citing Harry Maguire’s contract situation and concerns over Lisandro Martínez’s fitness.
• The left-footed defender has one senior England cap, and Liverpool are described as strong suitors competing for his signature.