Gossip: Liverpool want Branthwaite in January

Liverpool are ready to rival Manchester United for Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite and could even move for the 22-year-old Englishman in January. (Mail)

However, Sean Dyche will be given funds to improve the Everton squad in January once the Friedkin Group complete their takeover of the club - and no top players will be sold. (Football Insider)

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