According to sources who spoke to TEAMtalk, Liverpool has shown a great deal of interest in Adam Wharton and is considering making a formal offer for the Crystal Palace midfielder.
Many elite clubs have taken notice of Wharton due to his outstanding Premier League performances, but Liverpool’s interest may spark a transfer saga in the upcoming weeks. Chelsea has already listed Wharton after being impressed by the Palace star’s dynamism, as TEAMtalk reported this week.
In Chelsea’s midfield, the 21-year-old England international is a perfect fit for players like Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez, according to manager Enzo Maresca. Since joining Palace for £18 million from Blackburn Rovers in February 2024, Wharton has been an exceptional player.
Because of his abilities to control play, thwart opponent attacks, and play defense, the young player is highly sought after. Wharton has made 26 appearances for Palace so far this season, contributing two assists.
Liverpool race Real Madrid to sign Adam Wharton
Man City is currently the front-runner to sign Wharton, according to Brown, who told Football Insider on May 8 that Palace will likely seek up to £80 million for him.
After more than ten years at Manchester United during their most successful era, the former scout, who has a plethora of knowledge in top-level player recruitment, clarified that Wharton’s skill set would be more appropriate for teams like Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Adam Wharton told Football Insider that his quality is undeniable and that there are no issues. In contrast, he appears to be a yard short in terms of covering the ground, which is another aspect of the situation.
Real Madrid and Barcelona, I’ve been told, have been considering him. There, the emphasis is on playing and ball manipulation, which is where Wharton excels.
I have certain reservations about him, but that doesn’t change the fact that I am aware of his strengths, which clubs like Barcelona and Madrid would find appealing.
