Report: Liverpool could enter into a bidding war with Real Madrid for “incredible player”
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Liverpool and Real Madrid are reportedly engaged in a bidding war to sign Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, a talented 21-year-old England international who has established himself as one of the top young central midfielders. The competition to acquire Wharton is intense, with other Premier League clubs including Chelsea and Newcastle also showing interest.
Crystal Palace is expected to demand a high transfer fee, reportedly around £60 million, to let Wharton leave. Real Madrid's interest has been highlighted by the Spanish media outlet AS, suggesting the club might prefer to sell him abroad. Meanwhile, Liverpool are keen on securing the midfielder despite heavy competition. Other clubs like Manchester City have also been linked with Wharton previously.
The midfielder has been praised by fellow professionals, with Eberechi Eze calling him “incredible.” This endorsement underlines Wharton's potential fit at several top clubs. Chelsea's recent strategy of signing elite young talent makes them a plausible destination, though competition there from players like Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez might limit his immediate playing time. Similarly, Liverpool’s squad has strong midfield options such as Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai, which might impact Wharton's role if he joins.
Real Madrid appears prepared to battle Liverpool for Wharton’s signature in the upcoming transfer windows, highlighting the player's rising stock. While Liverpool are reportedly ready to wait and strategize for other transfers, including free-agent moves, they remain committed to pursuing Wharton as a valuable addition.
Overall, the race for Adam Wharton signals escalating interest from major European clubs, with Crystal Palace poised to negotiate a significant deal for their emerging star midfielder.
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