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Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool to rival Man United for Branthwaite

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Sep 28, 2025, 05:23 AM ET

Liverpool and Manchester United are both weighing up a move for Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite, while Jose Mourinho could be reunited with Karim Benzema at Benfica.

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Jarrad Branthwaite has been linked with Manchester United for several transfer windows. Chris Brunskill/Fantasista/Getty ImagesTRENDING RUMORS

- Liverpool are set to rival Manchester United for centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite, the Sunday Mirror reports.

The Everton man is a long-time target for United, who were linked with a move in the summer of 2025.

However, with Liverpool having missed out on signing Marc Guéhi last month, the Reds could decide to pursue a move for Branthwaite instead.

As per the report, United may "test the waters" with a £65 million offer for the player in January.

- New Benfica manager Jose Mourinho is keen to be reunited with his former Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema, according to Marca.

Despite being heavily linked with a transfer away from BVB in the summer months, the 23-year-old now looks set to commit his long-term future to the club.