Real Madrid Target Adam Wharton Amid Midfield Concerns

Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace)
August 2025

Real Madrid are considering a move for Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton if Dani Ceballos joins Marseille. With Bellingham and Camavinga sidelined, Xabi Alonso sees Wharton as a potential solution to strengthen midfield depth and tactical stability. Palace reportedly value Wharton at €80m, complicating Madrid’s pursuit. Los Blancos remain cautious about the price but see him as a long-term replacement after Toni Kroos and Luka Modric’s exits. Wharton is tied to Palace until 2029.