Everton have put forward an improved contract offer to defender Jarrad Branthwaite.

The Toffees are eager to tie down the young center half to a long term deal.

Branthwaite, who impressed at PSV Eindhoven during a loan spell last season, is not yet first choice.

Manager Sean Dyche has preferred the likes of Michael Keane and James Tarkowski.

Per The Mail, the 20-year-old's representatives are holding talks with Everton management.

A deal is thought to be close, but Branthwaite wants game time before he commits.