By Sean Walsh Manchester United are weighing up a move for Matthijs de Ligt, which is ‘independent’ to their pursuit of Jarrad Branthwaite, a report has claimed. The Red Devils are in the market for at least one centre-back after a poor defensive season and the departure of Raphael Varane on a free transfer. Two players linked with United are Bayern Munich’s De Ligt and Everton’s Branthwaite. The Athletic report that they are ‘seriously considering’ a move for the former that is irrespective of their plans to sign the latter. De Ligt is said to have had long-term admirers at the club dating ba…
