Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a move for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, putting them on a collision course with Manchester United in what could be one of the summer’s most intriguing transfer battles, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes.
De Zerbi’s Midfield Revolution
Roberto De Zerbi is wasting no time reshaping Spurs after back-to-back 17th-place finishes. Having already secured Andrew Robertson, Marcos Senesi, and Jan Paul van Hecke at the back, the Italian is now targeting the engine room — and Wharton is firmly in his sights.
Tottenham’s primary midfield target remains Sandro Tonali, with a formal £75m bid already lodged for the Newcastle man. However, the Magpies are holding out for over £100m, leaving Spurs to explore alternatives — and Wharton ticks every box.
Why Wharton Is Worth Fighting For
The 22-year-old has quietly become one of the Premier League’s most impressive young midfielders since his move from Blackburn Rovers to Crystal Palace. Left-footed, technically polished, and composed under pressure, Wharton has collected eight goal contributions in 51 appearances last season — plus an FA Cup, Conference League, and Community Shield to his name.
Palace value him at around £60m, and with his contract running until 2029, they hold all the cards.
With Casemiro gone from Old Trafford, United desperately need midfield reinforcements — making this a genuine two-horse race. Wharton would be a smart signing for either club, but Spurs’ project under De Zerbi could be the more attractive proposition right now. Watch this space.