Real Madrid Confidencial Real Madrid prepares an offer for the Premier League gem worth $150M
Adam Wharton is valued at 150 million, but Real Madrid is not willing to exceed an offer of 70-80 million
Real Madrid are closely monitoring Adam Wharton. The Crystal Palace midfielder is one of the most eye-catching young talents in England. At just 20 years old, he has established himself in the Premier League and has attracted the interest of several European giants.
The club already has him on its radar. The club believes Wharton would fit into Xabi Alonso's system. The coach requested reinforcements for the midfield and the Englishman fits the profile he is looking for: a playmaker with vision and quality in building up play.
A prohibitive price
Crystal Palace have protected him with a £150 million valuation (£150 million). This figure is meant to deter offers. Among them are Liverpool, Manchester City, and, of course, Real Madrid.
Despite that starting price, Bernabéu are not considering coming close to that amount. The strategy is clear: follow the footballer's progress this season and, if he convinces, try for a much lower deal. According to Defensa Central, the idea would be to offer between £70 and £80 million at most (£70 million and £80 million).
The 2026 market, key
The move for Wharton would not be immediate. Everything suggests that the summer of 2026 will be very busy in Chamartín. At that time, Real Madrid will have to cover several positions.
Defense is the priority. David Alaba finishes his contract and could leave. Antonio Rüdiger is also in an uncertain situation. If both leave the club, the sporting management will have to sign at least one top-level center-back.
For this reason, signing Wharton is not considered urgent. Madrid have internal options like Nico Paz to strengthen the midfield. That would allow them to wait and carefully study the case of the young Englishman.
A gem watched by Europe
Wharton has earned a place in the Premier League with his maturity, personality, and quality. His market value is soaring and Crystal Palace want to take advantage of it. In England, he is seen as one of the midfielders destined to make history.
Real Madrid are following him, but with caution. They will not pay exorbitant sums. Only if the conditions change could they go after the new English star. Until then, Wharton will remain one of the great temptations on the market.
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