Overview

• Multiple UK reports say Manchester United are preparing a bid of about £60m for Wharton in the summer window.
• Palace co-owner Steve Parish told talkSPORT the midfielder has a long deal and is focused on the club, signaling no push for a mid-season sale.
• Liverpool are reported to “like” Wharton, while AS reports Real Madrid view him as a long-term midfield target, with suggestions Palace would seek a high fee.
• Coverage this week also notes Palace intend to strengthen their position further with a new contract proposal that could include a release mechanism.
• Wharton, 21, has been central to Palace’s rise under Oliver Glasner, lifting the FA Cup and Community Shield and leading key creative metrics early this season.