Reports have revealed that Liverpool plans to move for the English defender Jarrad Branthwaite, a player for Everton, during the upcoming transfer market, despite the significant sensitivity posed by the historic rivalry between the two Merseyside clubs.

According to the website "Fichajes", coach Arne Slot is very impressed with the abilities of the 23-year-old defender and is pushing hard to sign him to strengthen the Reds' defense.

The report clarified that Everton does not intend to part with their defender easily, as the club has set a selling price exceeding 100 million euros, which complicates the deal economically for Liverpool.

The same source indicated that Manchester United is also closely monitoring the player, opening the door for intense competition between the rivals to acquire Branthwaite, at a time when Everton is looking to retain their defender after renewing his contract until 2030.