Real Madrid is considering an €85 million signing

This player is highly favored by the Real Madrid sports management to strengthen the midfield

Héctor Andreu | 7 Oct 2025 | 15.31
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Adam Wharton would cost 85 million to Real Madrid / Besoccer
Adam Wharton would cost 85 million to Real Madrid / Besoccer

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The name of Adam Wharton is making headlines in England and is even echoing in the offices of Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu. Crystal Palace is determined not to lose their young gem without a fight, with plans for a contractual shield that could protect him from Real Madrid's siege.

Why is Wharton of interest to Europe's elite?

Wharton has stood out in the Premier League with surprising maturity for his age. His qualities to link lines, break through with filtered passes, and organize the game from midfield make him a coveted profile. Wharton fits as an ideal candidate to reinforce the White's midfield, as a replacement for Camavinga or Tchouaméni. In England, it's already speculated that his value is around £75 million (about €85 million) after his last season with the Eagles.

Crystal Palace makes a move: renewal with a clause

Faced with the latent market interest, including Real Madrid, Palace is preparing to offer Wharton a contract extension. In that proposal, they plan to incorporate a well-managed exit clause, ensuring a beneficial sale for the entity and a high salary for the player.

This agreement would allow the London club to demand a significant sum, with rumors suggesting they would require around €80 million to let him go. With this strategy, Crystal Palace aims to scare off Real Madrid and other European entities. Some reports indicate they could reject offers for Wharton in January, although his contract runs until 2029. This solidity gives the club room to impose demanding conditions.

Real Madrid's strategy: discreet surveillance

Reports from Spain claim that Real Madrid is closely monitoring Wharton, studying his profile carefully. The idea is not to rush now but to keep him on the agenda for future opportunities. The interest of the White club is not mere speculation: the newspaper Daily Mail highlights that Juni Calafat —Madrid's scouting director— has the midfielder on his radar. However, for Real Madrid to fully engage, it would require a financial operation balancing exits and entries. It is not a cheap nor simple signing under the current Madrid structures.

Adam Wharton costaría 85 millones al Real Madrid

A contract with a secure exit?

A well-calibrated exit clause could act as a pivot. If the amount is high enough, Palace retains negotiation power, and Wharton keeps the option for a bigger move. But the risks are evident: if the clause is set too low, the player could leave. If set too high, suitors might give up.

The final message to Real Madrid

Crystal Palace has decided to counterattack: protect Adam Wharton with a new contract that includes an exit mechanism. This move aims to deter Real Madrid and maximize returns if the operation materializes.

The market is watching: will the midfielder make the leap to La Liga or stay in the Premier League with a new status? It all depends on the willingness of the parties and whether the White block is willing to impose conditions. After all, Adam Wharton remains the key piece in this strategic game.

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