According to Team conversationTottenham Hotspur are considering an ambitious move for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton next year.
The London giants have had a difficult first half of the Premier League season and are currently eleventh in the standings with 25 points, seven shy of last place in the Champions League.
They could try to further strengthen their squad during the winter transfer window, but that is not the case Team conversation claim Spurs are also looking to the long term with an ambitious move for Wharton.
Palace have no desire to part ways with the Englishman this winter, but they could be open to sanctioning his sale for the right price once the season is over.
Spurs are prepared to make a ‘very important’ offer to sign Wharton, but they are set to face stiff competition from Manchester United for the services of the highly-rated midfielder.
Top class
Wharton has built his reputation since moving from Blackburn Rovers to the Eagles. His ability to make quality forward passes has attracted the attention of elite Premier League teams.
The 21-year-old has created 7 big opportunities in the English top flight this campaign, with 2 assists. Apart from his passing range, he has won 4.3 duels and 2 tackles per game, in addition to 5.2 recoveries.
The Rovers graduate has the makings of a modern defensive midfielder, who can contribute at both ends of the pitch. If he can improve his finishing, he could develop into a potential world-class No.6.
Spurs are clearly aware of the youngster’s high ceiling and it remains to be seen whether they can sign him ahead of Man United, who are also keeping a close eye on his situation.
Team conversation does not list a value for the player, but it was claimed by The mirror that a package of around £70m could be enough to convince Palace to do business over the summer.
However, Wharton has his sights set on playing Champions League football should he leave Palace. That could be a stumbling block for both Spurs and United, as they are outside the top 4 for now.
United fared slightly better than Spurs, but they are three points behind fourth-placed Liverpool.
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