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Liverpool are reportedly close to an agreement to signing the Crystal Palace star.
Adam Wharton has signalled to Liverpool that he is open to a move, reports suggest.
The midfielder has been outstanding for Crystal Palace since his arrival from Blackburn Rovers two years ago. Wharton helped the Eagles win the FA Cup last season for the first time in the club’s history, while he’s won three caps for England.
The 21-year-old has been linked with several top European clubs. Manchester United are said to be admirers, while Real Madrid are also reportedly keen.
However, it has been claimed that Wharton is edging closer to completing a move to Anfield. According to Italian journalist Nicolo Schira, Wharton has told Liverpool that he would be willing to join, although it is unclear whether it would be in the January transfer window or at the end of the season.
Schira posted on X: “Adam #Wharton is getting closer to #Liverpool from #CrystalPalace. The midfielder has already given his availability to join #LFC with a 5-years contract. #transfers #CPFC.”
Wharton could well be looking to move on from Palace given the significant changes to the club. Last summer, they sold Eberechi Eze to Arsenal, while captain Marc Guehi joined Manchester City earlier this month - having almost joined Liverpool for £35 million on summer transfer deadline day.
Meanwhile, head coach Oliver Glasner has confirmed that he will leave Selhurst Park at the end of the season when his contract expires. Key striker Jean-Philippe Mateta’s deal concludes in 2027 and he seems keen to part ways, with Juventus trying to sign the France international this month.
Liverpool midfield uncertainty
Liverpool could look to bolster their midfield options in the summer transfer window. Wataru Endo has been a bit-part player since Arne Slot’s arrival as head coach and will have a year remaining on his contract. Curtis Jones is in a similar position when it comes to the length of his deal.
Meanwhile, Dominik Szoboszlai, Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister’s respective contracts expire in 2028. Szoboszlai has confirmed that talks are ongoing over extending his stay.
All three likely expect bumper pay rises given they are Premier League title winners with Liverpool. Jones could feel the same. Mac Allister has been linked with Real Madrid several times, while Jones has reportedly been admired by Tottenham Hotspur in the past.
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