Former Palace defender Joel Ward echoed Hoddle's sentiments, insisting the four-cap international possesses the necessary technical capabilities to succeed at the highest level. Tuchel's final midfield selection ultimately favoured Declan Rice, Morgan Rogers, Elliot Anderson, Jude Bellingham, Eberechi Eze, and Kobbie Mainoo alongside Henderson.
Discussing Wharton's unique qualities, Ward toldThe Sun: "Adam certainly possesses enough quality and ability to be in the team. What he brings to the team, how he plays and his intelligence, I think he’d certainly slot in there and be absolutely fine.
"Obviously, it’s a very tough and competitive pool. I’m sure there’ll be disappointment but also the recognition of being so close will only bear him on to go and kick on to achieve more. I have no doubt that he will have a very fruitful career in an England shirt as well.
"When he’s on the pitch, he sees things in a different way. His ability to break the lines, his ability to beat people and find those killer passes and not turn away from making those passes is what sets him apart."