How Manchester United can sign both Matthijs de Ligt and Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite spending half the price of the fee to get them at Old Trafford

Old Trafford authorities are apparently exploring an alternate option to Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite and Bayern Munich’s Matthijs de Ligt, according to the most recent transfer news regarding Manchester United.

It has been reported in Portugal that Manchester United may take into consideration making a transfer for Antonio Silva, a defender for SL Benfica, as an option to Jarrad Branthwaite by the club.

Despite the fact that United have already strengthened their defense with the addition of Leny Yoro, there are rumors flying around that they intend to bring in more than one center back this summer. In the past, Everton has turned down two attempts to sign Branthwaite, and a failed takeover has increased hopes that a third attempt will be made to acquire his services.

Nevertheless, Everton is willing to make a fresh contract offer to the 22-year-old player in order to put an end to the transfer controversy. It has also been suggested that Matthijs de Ligt, who plays for Bayern Munich, may be a possibility; nevertheless, United has had a difficult time matching the valuation of the German giants.

In light of the fact that it is proving to be difficult to complete a deal for Branthwaite and De Ligt, the Portuguese publication O Jogo has reported that Silva has emerged as a potential option for United. The twenty-year-old player has been rumored to be interested in a move to Old Trafford a number of times, including during the summer transfer window that came before this one.

According to reports, the Reds are hopeful of negotiating a more inexpensive sum for Silva, despite the fact that his name is connected to a release clause that is worth £84 million (€100 million). Benfica is aware that it would be tough to collect the whole £84 million for the center-back, but they are ‘ready’ to part ways with Silva if an offer that is greater than £42 million (€50 million) is received, according to A Bola.

On the other hand, despite the fact that clubs have expressed interest in Silva, there has not been any official bid made for the Portugal international player as of yet. In order to raise the funds that are so desperately needed, United will, in all likelihood, have to initially authorize one or two outgoings.

When Silva was asked about his future, he had previously stated, “I don’t know how the next season will be, but my focus at the moment is on Benfica.” I am under contract [until 2027], and I have a lot of faith in my father because he has a lot of influence over the majority of things. I also have faith in my agency because they are the ones who are responsible for managing my life.

Moreover, I would like to keep my attention solely on Benfica. I have the impression that I am highly cherished here at the club, and whatever occurs, will occur.