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Jarrad Branthwaite’s England squad snub may have convinced him to explore opportunities away from Goodison Park, with Man Utd and Man City among the interested parties, according to reports.

than any other Man City player this season. Rodri was Man City’s defensive screen last season and at the start of this, but he is out for the remainder of this campaign through injury.