July 20th 2025.
In February 2024, Adam Wharton made the decision to join Crystal Palace in a transfer worth £18 million. His move was met with much excitement and anticipation, as the young defensive midfielder was highly regarded as one of the most promising talents in the Premier League. With his impeccable skills on both offense and defense, Wharton quickly became an integral part of the team under the guidance of manager Oliver Glasner.
His impact on the pitch was undeniable, as he played a crucial role in helping Crystal Palace secure their first major trophy in the club's history - the FA Cup. His talent and potential were recognized by England manager Gareth Southgate, who called him up for the Euro 2024 squad. Unfortunately, injuries hindered Wharton's ability to make a bigger mark on the national team, but it did not diminish his value to his club.
Despite having limited game time due to injuries, Wharton's performance caught the attention of top clubs in Europe. Manchester United, Liverpool, and Tottenham were all interested in signing him, along with Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. However, due to his lack of playing time last season, it seems unlikely that a move will happen this summer. Crystal Palace, on the other hand, has no pressure to sell their star player and Wharton himself has expressed his contentment with staying in south London for the upcoming season.
If a transfer were to happen, it would come at a hefty price tag of at least £70 million. This is due to the fact that Blackburn Rovers, who initially sold him to Crystal Palace for £18 million, are entitled to 15% of the profit. With Wharton's potential and value, it is no surprise that he has been compared to former Manchester United legend Michael Carrick by Rio Ferdinand.
Ferdinand, who now works as a pundit, believes that Wharton would be a perfect fit for Manchester United and that he possesses similar qualities to Carrick in terms of his passing abilities and composure on the ball. He even went as far as to say that Wharton would be a great addition to the United squad and could potentially fill the void left by Carrick's retirement.
However, Crystal Palace will be looking to hold onto their best players as they prepare for their first-ever European campaign. Captain Marc Guehi and talisman Eberechi Eze are also rumored to be leaving the club this summer, which has caused some concern for the team's future. But with Wharton's commitment to staying at Crystal Palace and his determination to help the team succeed, it seems that the Eagles will have a strong foundation to build upon for the upcoming season.
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