Manchester United are preparing for this summer’s transfer market by signing talented Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton.
The 21-year-old has really impressed since joining the Premier League with Palace a year ago, after establishing himself at Blackburn Rovers.
It didn’t take long for Wharton to impress enough to earn himself a place in the England squad for Euro 2024.
Now, a big transfer could be on the horizon for Wharton, with sources telling CaughtOffside that Manchester United are monitoring the England international.
Juventus are also keeping an eye on Wharton as they look to make changes in midfield after a difficult first season at the club for Douglas Luiz.
Described by one of his former coaches (via BBC Sport) as an “outstanding” talent, as well as a good character, it seems clear that Wharton has what it takes to shine for a club like United one day.
The Eagles youngster has also attracted interest from Arsenal and Liverpool in the past, but Manchester United are emerging as an increasingly likely option.
Arsenal have shifted their focus towards Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi, who had also been a top target for Liverpool last summer.
Wharton looks ideal to help United replace Christian Eriksen in midfield, giving Ruben Amorim a younger opportunity to dictate the game from that area of the pitch.
Still, it will certainly not be easy to get a deal done as Palace are likely to ask for big money, while it will be interesting to see if other big clubs get involved in the fight for his signature again.
