Newcastle United linked with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite

Newcastle United are interested in signing Jarrad Branthwaite from Premier League rivals Everton in the January transfer window, according to Football Transfers. The report has claimed that Newcastle are looking for a new centre-back, and that the Magpies are keen on bringing Branthwaite to St. James’ Park.

Football Transfers has claimed that Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is a big fan of Branthwaite and personally wants to sign the 21-year-old English central defender. Branthwaite has established himself as an important player for Everton. The 21-year-old has made 10 appearances in the Premier League this season.

Newcastle are seventh in the Premier League table at the moment with 20 points from 12 matches, six points behind Tottenham Hotspur in fourth. Meanwhile, Everton currently find themselves 14th in the standings with 14 points from 12 games.