Will Adam Wharton Become a Red Devil?…
Adam Wharton, the Crystal Palace midfielder, is causing a stir with rumors of a summer move to the theater of dreams, Manchester United. This 21-year-old sensation, whose feet dance like ballet performers on caffeine, joined Palace from Blackburn Rovers in 2024 and quickly made a name for himself. He even snagged a spot in Gareth Southgate’s England squad for Euro 2024! Yet, a groin surgery in November clipped his wings a bit. After his February return, he’s been lighting up the pitch again, attracting attention from European giants, including Real Madrid and Liverpool.
The intrigue doesn’t stop there. United, reportedly, see Wharton as a plan B to Brighton’s Carlos Baleba—though let’s be real, calling him a ‘backup’ is like calling a Ferrari a ‘nice little car’. The CIES Football Observatory now values him between €32m and €37m, a number that’s even lower than expected. Despite this markdown, rumors suggest Palace might not sell, especially with potential losses of other key players. Even United’s top fan, Wayne Rooney, applauds Wharton’s prowess, comparing him to a midfield wizard in Palace’s FA Cup final triumph. Who knows, maybe United’s plan B will soon become plan A!
