Top Premier League teams like Chelsea and Tottenham are set for a blow in the Jarrad Branthwaite chase with the defender set to sign a new deal at Everton.

According to The Times, Jarrad Branthwaite is set to sign a new deal at Everton, thus ending speculations surrounding his future. The Toffees have been eager to keep hold of their key defender amid big interest from Premier League rivals like Chelsea and Tottenham, and it appears they have succeeded in their quest.

Jarrad Branthwaite has made a significant impact on proceedings at Everton following yet another dazzling season in the Toffees’ defence. The club have been eager to find out what the defender might think about his future with Everton now set to begin the next season in a brand-new stadium.

Interest in the 22-year-old defender has been rife within the Premier League, with Manchester United failing with multiple offers last summer. Everton held firm then and were expected to maintain their stance unless a club came in with the right money given their price point for  Branthwaite is considered high.

Tottenham were planning on making an offer, as they have been keen to land a top-notch defender. Moreover, Cristian Romero’s future remains in significant doubt, with Jarrad Branthwaite likely seen as a viable successor.

Chelsea were keen as well, but once again, they are not seen as overly enthusiastic to pay what Everton want for the defender. The Toffees were bracing to lose the centre-back during the summer, but it appears things have gone their way as Branthwaite is now set for a new deal.

Jarrad Branthwaite to sign new Everton deal

Everton were not overly worried about losing the English defender for less than his asking price, given he still has two years left on his deal with the option of another season. Branthwaite had shown signs of accepting a new deal, and it appears the Toffees have got their wish, as the 22-year-old is now set to pen a new long-term deal at the club.

The new deal will bring a significant pay rise for Jarrad Branthwaite, which could take his salary near the highest earners at the club. The news will come as a blow to the likes of Tottenham and Chelsea among others, as many teams were angling to get the Englishman on board this summer.