The German football club Bayern Munich is reportedly preparing a substantial £60m bid for the young midfield prodigy of Crystal Palace, Adam Wharton. Reports suggest that Bayern is keen on securing the 20-year-old’s signature after failing to do so during the January transfer window. Wharton, who made the move to Palace from Blackburn for £22.5m earlier this year, has been impressing with his outstanding performances on the field.
With the Euros just a few weeks away, there is a growing demand for Wharton’s inclusion in Gareth Southgate’s England squad for the upcoming tournament. The gifted midfielder has been a pivotal figure in Palace’s recent successful run, contributing to their victories over teams such as Liverpool, Newcastle, and Manchester United.
Despite the speculation surrounding his potential involvement with the England squad, Wharton remains focused on his game and is taking each day as it comes. When asked about the possibility of representing his country at the Euros, he humbly stated, “I’m just enjoying my football at Palace. We’ve still got two games left before the Euros or the summer and I’m looking at them first. If I get the call-up, wow, fantastic. If not, [I’ll be] recovering somewhere and then get ready to go again.”
Southgate has shown his willingness to provide opportunities to young talents, as evidenced by the likes of Cole Palmer and Kobbie Mainoo. However, Wharton faces tough competition from Mainoo, who delivered an exceptional performance and was named the man of the match in the recent draw against Belgium.
The transfer market is expected to be filled with speculation about Wharton’s future, and it’s not just him—Palace could also find themselves in a battle to retain the services of Michael Olise and Eberechi Eze. The club has set a high price tag of £60m for Olise, who has attracted interest from several top clubs, including Manchester United, Manchester City, and Chelsea. Similarly, Eze, who signed a long-term contract extension earlier this season, is drawing attention from various suitors.
As the summer transfer window approaches, the football world eagerly awaits to see where these young talents will continue their careers next season. For now, Wharton’s focus remains on his upcoming games for Crystal Palace, with the hope of making an impact and potentially earning a spot in the England squad for the Euros.