Overview

• Reporting names Liverpool, Manchester City and Real Madrid as leading admirers, with Chelsea newly adding him to a long‑term shortlist.
• Crystal Palace are said to be braced for approaches but are indicating an asking price of up to £100m to deter late bids.
• Ben Jacobs says Palace plan to keep Wharton for at least another year, and he describes a deal before Monday as a tough one to complete.
• Real Madrid have not made an offer and are described as evaluating the finances, while City are monitoring and considering a bid.
• Manchester United and Tottenham have also been linked, including prior contact from Spurs, as Wharton’s standing as a key Palace player continues to grow.