Real Madrid are planning to spend big to bring Adam Wharton, Crystal Palace's central midfielder dubbed "Declan Rice 2.0", to the Santiago Bernabeu.

According to Spanish press, the Royal team is ready to pay 115 million euros to meet the request of Xabi Alonso - who sees Wharton as the missing piece after Toni Kroos retired and Luka Modric moved to Milan.

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Real Madrid wants to own Wharton. Photo: Imago

At just 21, Wharton has made rapid progress. He has been a regular starter for Crystal Palace and has made important contributions, recently winning the FA Cup and Community Shield.

Wharton, a left-footed midfielder, stood out for his tactical vision, ability to pass vertically and control the tempo, which helped him quickly earn a call-up to the England squad.

Crystal Palace just sold Eberechi Eze to Arsenal and are preparing to say goodbye to defensive leader Marc Guehi (to Liverpool), so they don't want to lose another key player.

However, the €115m price tag could give Crystal Palace pause, with the FA Cup holders potentially investing in a new midfield solution.

Wharton's talent has attracted the attention of many big clubs. Liverpool, Man City and MU are also interested in him. Pep calls him the "top conductor" of European football .

To make the deal happen, Real Madrid will likely have to sell a star player. Spanish media believe that Rodrygo – who is attracting interest from English clubs – could be the key to unlocking the budget.

Xabi Alonso is having to pull Arda Guler down to play central midfield, often mentioning the lack of factors in the middle of the field.

The summer transfer market is entering its final days, in case of not being able to sign a contract in time, Real Madrid will seek an agreement with Crystal Palace on the priority purchase of Wharton in 2026.

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