Team Talk reports on Chelsea's interest in signing Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace. Chelsea are interested in signing Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace. Chelsea's recruitment team, led by Paul Winstanley, has been tracking Wharton since his days at Blackburn. Manager Enzo Maresca sees Wharton as an ideal fit for his tactical emphasis on possession and control, alongside Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez. Chelsea is aware of Palace's strong negotiating position, bolstered by Wharton’s £55 million market value, and may need to offer over £60 million.

Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester City are all competing for Adam Wharton's signature, with Crystal Palace placing a £100m price tag on the England international. (TBR Football)

Chelsea, along with other Premier League clubs such as Arsenal, Liverpool, and Aston Villa, has reportedly been impressed by Wharton's performances for Crystal Palace. Recognizing his talent, Crystal Palace is said to be preparing a new and improved contract offer to keep the midfielder at the club and fend off interest from these top-tier teams. Additionally, Tottenham is reportedly showing strong interest in acquiring Wharton, which could lead to a competitive transfer battle in the upcoming summer.