Manchester United, Liverpool Given Potential Timeline for Adam Wharton Pursuit
Crystal Palace could consider selling midfielder Adam Wharton following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to a report, possibly opening the door for interest from clubs like Manchester United and Liverpool. The 20-year-old has quickly established himself as a key player for Palace since arriving from Blackburn Rovers last January, drawing praise for his technical ability and defensive work rate.
wharton’s emergence has reportedly attracted attention from several top Premier League clubs, including United and Liverpool, who are both seeking midfield reinforcements.Palace teammate Yeremy Pino recently lauded Wharton’s quality, suggesting he possesses the skillset to play for the Spanish national team-despite not being eligible to represent them. This timeline suggests Palace may be willing to cash in on their prized asset after he has potentially further enhanced his value on the international stage.
Pino told The Athletic: “Adam can do everything. Defensively, he is a fighter. He goes in very strong, wins a lot of balls. Technically,you just have to watch him and enjoy him. He has the quality to play in the Spain national team, no doubt.”
The report indicates Palace may be more receptive to offers after the 2026 World Cup, allowing Wharton to showcase his talents on a larger platform and potentially increase his market value. Wharton’s ability has been compared to that of Spain and Manchester City midfielder Rodri, as well as Pedri, Fabián Ruiz and Martín Zubimendi, further fueling speculation about a potential big-money move.
