During the summer transfer window, Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton caught the attention of Real Madrid, sparking speculation about a potential move to the La Liga giants. Real Madrid had reportedly identified Wharton as a replacement for Dani Ceballos, with plans to offload the Spaniard and bring in the promising midfielder from Crystal Palace. However, due to the unsuccessful departure of Ceballos, the proposed transfer of Wharton did not come to fruition.
Recent reports from AS suggest that Wharton remains a priority target for Real Madrid, as they look to bolster their midfield options. Despite their initial pursuit of Martín Zubimendi, Real Madrid refrained from making significant investments last summer, with concerns over the €60m valuation placed on the player who eventually joined Arsenal from Real Sociedad.
With a contract set to expire in 2029, the 21-year-old Wharton is currently valued at €45m by Transfermarkt. However, the same report indicates that Real Madrid will need to meet a hefty asking price of €80m if they intend to secure the services of the talented midfielder. Nevertheless, the financial aspect seems to be of little concern to Real Madrid, as they view Wharton as fitting perfectly within their transfer strategy and are prepared to meet the demands for his signature.
Not only attracting interest from Real Madrid, but Wharton is also reportedly on the radar of Premier League clubs. It is suggested that the FA Cup winners are aware of the competition for his signature and are considering offering him an improved contract to ward off potential suitors. The club’s intention is to retain Wharton amidst growing interest, with the hope of keeping the England international at the club for the foreseeable future under the guidance of manager Oliver Glasner.
