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Manchester United plot £60m swoop for Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton amid midfield overhaul

Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace)
October 2025

Manchester United are preparing a £60 million bid for Adam Wharton as manager Ruben Amorim targets a midfield revamp. With Casemiro and Kobbie Mainoo facing exits, Wharton has emerged as the top target following United’s failed pursuit of Brighton’s Carlos Baleba.
The 21-year-old England international, who starred in Palace’s FA Cup triumph, is admired for his passing and tactical awareness. Amorim believes Wharton’s profile suits United’s 3-4-2-1 setup. Palace are expected to demand a higher fee, while United aim to complete a deal before January as part of their rebuild after last season’s 15th-place finish.

Palace Star Mateta Hints at Exit After France Call-Up

Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)
October 2025

Jean-Philippe Mateta has hinted at leaving Crystal Palace to chase Champions League football and major trophies. The striker has scored 30 league goals in two seasons and helped Palace win the FA Cup in 2025.
Now 28, Mateta earned his first France call-up and told RMC Sport he wants to reach the next level like his international teammates. Aston Villa, Leeds, and Newcastle are interested, with Palace valuing him at £40m. Tottenham and Manchester United were linked in the summer.

Marc Guehi Tipped for Real Madrid Move After Palace Rise

Marc Guehi (Crystal Palace)
October 2025

Marc Guehi, once close to joining Liverpool, is now on Real Madrid’s radar as he edges towards a free transfer next summer. The Palace captain’s leadership has spearheaded a record 19-game unbeaten run, delivering FA Cup, Community Shield and European victories under Oliver Glasner.
Owen Hargreaves praised Guehi’s maturity on TNT Sports, applauding how he stayed professional after a collapsed move. Joel Ward echoed those sentiments, hailing his composure. Palace sit second in the Premier League and remain unbeaten, with Guehi’s influence central to their surprise rise and growing European attention.

Glasner Responds to United Job Links After Liverpool Win

Oliver Glasner (Crystal Palace)
September 2025

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner addressed rumours linking him to Manchester United after beating Liverpool to extend an 18-game unbeaten run. He stayed diplomatic, saying he follows speculation neutrally while focusing fully on his work with the Palace squad. Glasner has emerged as one of Europe’s hottest coaches after guiding Palace to FA Cup glory and their unbeaten streak, despite losing star Eberechi Eze. United’s struggles under Amorim have fuelled speculation, but Glasner insists his attention remains on day-to-day football.

Slot Blames Frimpong Error as Liverpool Fall at Palace

Arne Slot (Liverpool)
September 2025

Liverpool’s unbeaten run ended in a 2-1 loss at Selhurst Park, undone by a late Eddie Nketiah strike. Federico Chiesa had levelled after Ismaila Sarr’s opener, but sloppy defending at a long throw cost Slot’s side their perfect start. Slot criticised summer signing Jeremie Frimpong for abandoning his marker in the dying moments, calling it “unnecessary” with time almost up. He admitted Palace deserved to win, praising their intensity, while lamenting Liverpool’s wastefulness and repeated vulnerability from set pieces.

Amorim Under Fire as Foster Warns of

Ruben Amorim (Manchester United)
September 2025


Ben Foster claimed Ruben Amorim is “living on borrowed time” after United’s poor start, including an early Carabao Cup exit and unconvincing league form. Despite beating Chelsea, pressure mounts after last season’s 15th-place finish and Europa League heartbreak against Tottenham. Foster suggested Amorim may last only a couple more defeats, warning United lack cohesion. He mentioned Oliver Glasner as a candidate but doubted fans would accept his three-at-the-back system. Glasner’s Palace sit fifth despite losing stars, highlighting his managerial stock, but doubts remain.

Getafe Closing in on Free Agent Patrick Bamford

Patrick Bamford (free agent)
September 2025

Getafe are close to signing Patrick Bamford after the striker’s release from Leeds. The 32-year-old, twice a Championship winner, is expected to travel to Madrid to finalise a move following Crystal Palace’s swoop for Uche on deadline day. Bamford, who scored 60 goals in 205 games for Leeds, rejected Chelsea earlier in his career before becoming a key figure at Elland Road. His arrival would strengthen Getafe’s attack and offer valuable experience after losing Christantus Uche to Palace.

Ex-Red Devil Brown Urges United to Swoop for Guehi

Wes Brown
September 2025

Former United defender Wes Brown has urged his old club to sign Marc Guehi in January after the Palace captain’s deadline-day move to Liverpool collapsed. Guehi’s contract runs out next summer, putting him firmly in the spotlight again. Liverpool agreed a £35m deal but Palace pulled out at the last minute, leaving Guehi’s future in doubt. With multiple suitors circling, United may pounce to strengthen their defense while rivals hesitate, reigniting past interest from 2024 transfer windows.

Liverpool Boss Explains Failed Guehi Signing

Arne Slot
September 2025

Slot admitted Liverpool were “very close” to landing Marc Guehi on deadline day, with a £35m deal agreed and paperwork filed. Palace pulled out at the last moment after failing to secure a replacement, leaving Guehi to remain at Selhurst Park. Slot reflected that such last-minute twists happen in football and compared it to Liverpool nearly losing players in the past. He stressed Guehi is still in a good place with Palace and left the door open for future opportunities.

Guehi shrugs off collapsed Liverpool move, scores for England

Marc Guehi (England, Crystal Palace)
September 2025

Despite his Liverpool move falling apart on deadline day, Marc Guehi impressed for England by scoring his first international goal in a 5-0 win over Serbia. The Palace captain shrugged off transfer drama to deliver a standout defensive and attacking performance. Palace’s refusal to sell denied Guehi a dream switch, but the defender quickly focused on international duty under Thomas Tuchel. He capped a commanding display with a goal, later expressing delight at joining England’s collective effort and cherishing the milestone moment.

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