_EVERTON DROP JARRAD BRANTHWAITE AMID CONTRACT STALEMATE_
Everton have taken a strong stance on Jarrad Branthwaite’s future at the club, dropping the young defender from the first team and telling him he will not play again unless he signs a new contract.
According to sources close to the club, Branthwaite has been resisting the club’s efforts to tie him down to a new deal, leading to a breakdown in relations between the player and the club’s hierarchy.
As a result, Branthwaite has been omitted from the Everton squad for their recent matches, and it is understood that he will not be considered for selection again until he puts pen to paper on a new contract.
The move is seen as a bold gamble by Everton, who are keen to protect their investment in Branthwaite’s future. The 21-year-old has been touted as one of the most promising young defenders in the country, and the club is determined to keep him at Goodison Park.
However, the standoff has raised questions about Branthwaite’s long-term future at the club. If he refuses to sign a new contract, it is likely that Everton will be forced to consider selling him, rather than risking losing him for free when his current deal expires.
The situation is being closely monitored by fans and pundits alike, who are eager to see how the situation plays out. Will Branthwaite eventually agree to sign a new contract, or will he seek pastures new? Only time will tell.