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17/05/26 16:00:00

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The Chelsea and Manchester United are gearing up for an intense battle in the winter transfer market for Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace.

The London club has valued the player at 115 million euros, a figure that does not intimidate two of the giants of the Premier League.

The meteoric rise of Adam Wharton

At just 21 years old, Adam Wharton went from being a promise of Blackburn Rovers to becoming an essential piece in Oliver Glasner's scheme at Selhurst Park. Since his arrival in January 2024 for 22 million pounds, he has played in 34 official matches, with an 89% pass accuracy and averaging more than 7 recoveries per game.

His tactical intelligence, composure on the ball, and ability to organize from the base of the midfield have placed him as one of the most sought-after young talents in the Premier League.

Chelsea and Manchester United, two projects under construction

The Manchester United, under pressure from its new board, sees in Wharton a natural replacement for veterans like Casemiro. "He is a player with vision and personality, exactly what we need," a source close to the club leaked to TEAMtalk.

Meanwhile, Chelsea believes that the midfielder would fit perfectly into Enzo Maresca's system, alongside figures like Enzo Fernández and Moisés Caicedo. His ability to adapt to a possession game makes him a top priority for the blue project.

Although the interest is strong, Crystal Palace is not willing to give away its gem. The board recalls that Wharton's contract extends until June 2029, reinforcing his value in the market.

Last summer, the club rejected several offers, with Glasner himself pushing to keep his midfielder. The sale of Eberechi Eze to Arsenal and the uncertainty surrounding Marc Guehi made another major departure unfeasible.

Now, Palace is aware that resisting in January will be more challenging, but insists it will only accept a record figure close to 115 million euros.

A talent dreaming of the elite

Although he maintains respect for his current club, Adam Wharton is excited about making the leap to a top team. "A move to Old Trafford or Stamford Bridge could accelerate his development," English media suggest.

He has already debuted with the English national team and is part of Thomas Tuchel's list for the 2026 World Cup qualifying matches. His progression suggests he will become a regular for the national team in the coming years.

The winter market is shaping up as a showdown between Chelsea and Manchester United. Both clubs are working on proposals that could exceed 50 million pounds as an initial offer, knowing that Palace will be firm in negotiations.

The name of Adam Wharton will certainly be in the spotlight until January, and his future will mark one of the most intriguing chapters of the upcoming Premier League market.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Chelsea y Manchester United luchan por el fichaje Adam Wharton