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The void left by Toni Kroos after his departure in 2024 has caused a tactical earthquake at Real Madrid, which now seems to have found the definitive solution in the Premier League. The technical department of the white club has set its sights on Adam Wharton, the talented midfielder from Crystal Palace who is impressing Europe with his maturity and vision.
The operation will not be cheap, as the London club has valued its gem at 70 million euros to deter suitors, as reported by Defensa Central. This figure reflects the importance of a player who, despite his youth, has the keys to organize the game of a team with global aspirations. The first contacts have already been made, marking the beginning of what promises to be the great novel of the upcoming summer transfer market.
Real Madrid's blueprint to dominate Europe
Real Madrid is aware that they cannot afford another season without a conductor who dictates the pace and rhythm of important matches. Adam Wharton's ability to thread passes between the lines and maintain tactical order has convinced the top officials of the Merengues' sports planning. His profile fits perfectly in the team's current ecosystem, allowing a smooth transition from the defensive zone to the elite attackers that the Spanish team possesses.
Despite the high valuation, the Valdebebas offices consider the 70 million to be a justified investment for a generational talent with room for improvement. Real Madrid knows it must act swiftly, as the performance of the British midfielder has piqued the interest of other giants on the continent. The Premier League does not want to let go of one of its most solid projects, forcing Florentino Pérez to make a determined move.

Adam Wharton and the challenge of British competition
The battle to secure the services of Adam Wharton will not be a one-horse race, given the emergence of clubs like Manchester City and Liverpool. Crystal Palace is aware of the treasure they have in their squad and aims to maximize economic benefits through a public auction that could raise the price. Real Madrid, however, has the seduction factor of wearing the white shirt and playing in the Champions League as a key player.
The left-footed midfielder stands out for a technical elegance that inevitably brings to mind the best years of the German metronome who made history at the Santiago Bernabéu. Adam Wharton possesses the necessary composure under pressure to always find the best passing option, even in scenarios of maximum physical and tactical demand. His arrival would balance the midfield, freeing up players like Bellingham and Valverde from excessive organizational tasks so they can penetrate the opposing area.
The profile of the new Merengue metronome in Valdebebas
Real Madrid's structure for the upcoming season includes a midfield trio where defensive capability merges with creativity. Adam Wharton would provide the necessary balance, being able to defend forward and recover balls without neglecting his fundamental position in the central circle. This versatility makes him the perfect complement for a modern double pivot or as a possession midfielder in a scheme with three dynamic midfielders.
The interest from Real Madrid is not a passing trend but the result of meticulous monitoring confirming that the Englishman has the required character for the Bernabéu. In a market where control midfielders are scarce, the name of Adam Wharton shines as the missing piece in the puzzle. Real Madrid is willing to make a significant financial effort to ensure that the legacy of tactical organization remains in the hands of a true specialist.
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