Adam Wharton release clause possible with Liverpool ‘interested’ in transfer

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Adam Wharton has Liverpool among his suitors, but Crystal Palace are planning new contract talks with the midfielder as transfer interest grows. Wharton’s reputation in the Premier League is growing week on week, and although he remains overlooked for England’s senior squad, he is a player in demand.

At the backend of last season, reports stated Palace valued the 21-year-old at up to £60 million, but Jones has claimed that value is now “in the £75 million bracket.” It is another sizeable markup on the midfielder but it is in keeping with the ability he possesses, and Palace are now planning to offer “improved terms and a potential release clause.” The latter will be of keen interest to his suitors, who will have kept tabs on how Palace operated over the summer. The Gunners eventually signed Eze for £67.5 million as Palace were able to leverage the interest from the north London rivals.

Wharton, whose current deal runs until 2029 without a release clause, will be more than aware of the interest he has from clubs across Europe, and Palace will know a bidding war is possible. At just 21 with 104 senior club appearances, Wharton has an incredibly high ceiling and would elevate Liverpool’s midfield options.