Real Madrid Scouts Adam Wharton
Real Madrid have turned their attention to Adam Wharton, a 21-year-old central midfielder currently at Crystal Palace. Scouts, under the guidance of Juni Calafat, have been actively monitoring Wharton—recently returning from hernia surgery—as he’s quickly become one of Europe’s most exciting young playmakers .
Two separate outlets reinforced the seriousness of the interest: AS reported Madrid see Wharton as a foundational piece in a future with more English representation in their midfield, alongside Jude Bellingham and possibly Trent Alexander-Arnold . TalkSport highlights that Crystal Palace paid around £22 million to bring in Wharton from Blackburn, and now his strong performances have elevated his market value toward approximately £70 million .
Wharton’s style—marked by precise passing, composure, and tactical intelligence—has even drawn comparisons to playmakers like Andrea Pirlo and Toni Kroos . With his England senior debut already under his belt (and involvement in Euro 2024), he appears firmly on Real Madrid’s radar as a long-term investment.
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Roma’s Interest in Jadon Sancho
The Jadon Sancho saga continues to evolve, with AS Roma increasingly active in the chase. According to beIN Sports, Roma have joined Juventus, Inter Milan, and Borussia Dortmund as serious contenders for the 25-year-old winger. Manchester United, eager to offload Sancho—after his loan at Chelsea—have reportedly set a fee between £15.6 to £21.6 million .
Recent updates from transfer expert Nicolò Schira state United’s official valuation now stands between £20m–£25m, and Roma are “actively inquiring,” even gathering detailed scouting on not just his on-field attributes but also his financial demands—rumoured at around £300,000 per week . Juve had earlier lined up a £6m-per-year deal, but their pursuit hinges on outgoing players making room in their squad—stalling progress .
Further context: Sancho’s loan at Chelsea delivered mixed results—modest outputs and disciplinary concerns—but enough to keep him a transferable asset rather than an outright write-off . Roma’s new manager, Gian Piero Gasperini, appears keen to reinforce the attack and may view Sancho as a high-reward option despite potential baggage .
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Summary
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