Chelsea have reportedly identified Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton as their primary target for the January transfer window. According to TeamTalk, Wharton is the club's first choice. The midfielder's asking price is over €115 million. TeamTalk states that Crystal Palace are firm in their position and will not consent to a sale in the middle of the season. A bid in January would require a nine-figure sum, an amount that is regarded as too high for Chelsea's owners. The same outlet also reports that insiders have suggested a deal is more likely in the summer of 2026, which would allow time for both clubs to negotiate.

According to Aarón Ramiro, Chelsea have spoken with Crystal Palace over a move for midfielder Adam Wharton. Crystal Palace are considering accepting a swap deal which would see them re-sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.

According to transfer reporter Graeme Bailey, Chelsea are reportedly expected to increase their efforts to sign Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton in 2026 due to Romeo Lavia’s injury troubles. Bailey has informed The Chelsea Chronicle that Chelsea want to sign a new central midfielder in 2026.

Adam Wharton, who has been associated with clubs including Manchester United, Chelsea and Real Madrid, has specified one thing he is looking for from his next club.

A major fight between Chelsea and Manchester United for Adam Wharton is expected next year. According to sources, Crystal Palace want £80m for the midfielder.

According to Team Talk, Chelsea's pursuit of Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton has intensified. Chelsea's interest comes from their need for a reliable midfielder, with Romeo Lavia’s ongoing injury struggles having limited his impact, despite praise from manager Enzo Maresca. The Blues view Wharton as a long-term solution and had initially targeted a potential move for 2026. However, Man Utd’s entry into the race could force Chelsea to accelerate their plans and submit a bid in January. A bid of at least in the region of £70 million (€80m / $93m) is required to sign the 21-year-old from Selhurst Park, though Palace are resolute in their stance to keep him until at least the summer of 2026.

While British media report that Crystal Palace want to improve Adam Wharton's contract and include a release clause exceeding 90 million euros, Transfermarkt states his market value is currently 45 million euros.

Crystal Palace are readying talks over a new contract with Adam Wharton to fend off interest from Europe’s biggest sides. According to The Daily Mail, talks over a new contract are planned to counter a growing list of suitors which also includes Chelsea. Palace are seeking to offer him improved terms as soon as possible. Wharton is currently tied to Palace until the summer of 2029. While Wharton is priced at £75 million ($101 million), BBC Sport expects any release clause to surpass that figure.

Manchester United will face competition from Chelsea and Tottenham, who are monitoring Adam Wharton's situation. It will be extremely difficult for any club to get him out of Crystal Palace in January, as the club will not want to sell him midway through the season. The player is not pushing for an exit, and Crystal Palace are under no pressure to sell him. Manchester United, Chelsea or Tottenham will have to wait until the summer to have any chance of signing him.

Chelsea are interested in signing Adam Wharton. According to Fichajes, the player is prepared to snub opportunities to join Chelsea in favour of Liverpool.

According to TEAMtalk, Chelsea are intensifying their pursuit of Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton to bolster their midfield in the January transfer window due to ongoing injury concerns with Romeo Lavia. Wharton is viewed as a long-term investment, and while a move was initially targeted for the summer of 2026, a January transfer is now possible. Chelsea are confident they can negotiate a deal with Palace but are expected to face competition from other Premier League clubs.

Chelsea are keen on Adam Wharton as part of their strategy to acquire top young players for future development. According to TEAMtalk sources, the club's interest is confirmed, and they are monitoring the player for a summer move.

Chelsea are circling around Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, who could be available for a price of around £60 million ($81.4 million) in January. (Source: Mark Brus)

Crystal Palace’s asking price for Adam Wharton has dropped from £100 million ($135.5 million) to a relatively reasonable £60 million ($81.3 million). Chelsea are interested in the England international. (Source: TEAMtalk)

Chelsea is set to bid for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton in January. The club is keen on the Three Lions wonderkid and is readying a bid in the region of €60 million to test Palace's resolve.

Team Talk reports that Chelsea is showing a strong interest in signing Adam Wharton as a key target for the upcoming January transfer window. Wharton is considered a good fit for Enzo Maresca’s possession-based system. Although Chelsea's interest was significant during the summer transfer window, Crystal Palace resisted any moves. However, a January approach is still highly likely, with Chelsea preparing bids that could potentially exceed £50 million. Wharton is reportedly eager for a new challenge and thinks that a move to Stamford Bridge could enhance his development.

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.