Liverpool are considering a January move for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. The Anfield club are pushing to secure the 22-year-old ahead of other Premier League rivals who are also monitoring his situation.
Wharton has been a key figure for Palace this season, starting all three of their Premier League matches. His performances have helped the Eagles to 13th place in the table, with three points from one win and two defeats. Palace's recent form has improved, with back-to-back victories over Fulham and Middlesbrough following a difficult start.
Midfield importance
Adam Wharton's role in the centre of the park has been vital for a Palace side currently missing several attacking players. Chadi Riad, Ismaïla Sarr, Jean-Philippe Mateta and Eddie Nketiah are all sidelined, placing extra responsibility on the midfield to create and control games. Tyrick Mitchell is the club's top scorer this season with two goals, highlighting the need for creativity from deeper positions.
The club's squad list shows the depth of their current injury issues. Wharton's consistent availability and composure on the ball have made him an attractive prospect for clubs looking to strengthen in the winter window.
Palace's current run
Crystal Palace head into their next fixture against Leeds United on September 20th with momentum. They beat Middlesbrough 3-0 last time out, with Jesper Larsen scoring twice and Daichi Kamada adding a third. That followed a 3-2 comeback win at Fulham, where Mitchell scored a brace and Ben Chilwell netted the winner.
Those results have lifted Palace after opening losses to Manchester City and Everton. They have scored four goals but conceded eight in the league so far, leaving them with a negative goal difference.
Liverpool's interest is understood to be serious, with the club's recruitment team viewing Wharton as a player who can add both defensive solidity and progressive passing to their midfield options. No formal approach has been made, and any deal would likely require a substantial fee given Wharton's importance to Palace and the length of his contract.
The 22-year-old joined Palace from Blackburn Rovers and has quickly established himself as a Premier League regular. His ability to break up play and distribute efficiently has caught the eye of several top-flight scouts.
For now, Wharton remains fully focused on his duties with Crystal Palace. His immediate task is helping the team prepare for the trip to face ninth-placed Leeds at Elland Road next weekend.
