Amadou Onana has backed former Everton teammate Jarrad Branthwaite to become one of the best defenders in the Premier League.
Onana played alongside Branthwaite at Goodison Park during the 2023-24 campaign, in which the defender enjoyed a breakout campaign.
After returning from an impressive loan spell at PSV Eindhoven, Branthwaite became a regular in the side and featured 35 times as the Toffees finished 15th in the table.
Branthwaite was named as Everton’s Players’ Player of the Season and Young Player of the Season for his performances.
The Belgium midfielder joined Aston Villa last summer but was asked for his verdict on his ex-Everton teammate.
Respectfully sidestepping a question asking whether Branthwaite could go to a ‘bigger level’, he outlined his admiration for the 22-year-old and backed the centre-back to become one of the Premier League’s best.
“I played and trained with him for a year and I think he’s got everything it takes to become one of the best in the league,” Onana told the Inside Scoop podcast.
“Good left foot, physically strong, he’s fast, he reads the game really well.
“So, like I said, he’s got every attribute you need to be at the top. Really good kid as well, cool kid, really humble, hard working. I’m really excited for him and I wish him the best because he deserves it.”