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Crystal Palace Faces Challenge to Keep Adam Wharton and Oliver Glasner

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Crystal Palace co-owner Steve Parish has acknowledged that the club will face a significant challenge to keep hold of highly-rated midfielder Adam Wharton, who has drawn attention from top European clubs including Manchester United, Liverpool, Manchester City, and Real Madrid. Wharton, 21, joined Palace from Blackburn for £22.5 million last year and has been instrumental in the team's success under manager Oliver Glasner. Meanwhile, Parish has expressed his desire to retain Glasner, 51, who is out of contract next summer, citing the need to create an environment that allows the German manager to achieve his goals.

Key Takeaways:

  • Adam Wharton has a long-term contract with Crystal Palace until 2029 and is unlikely to be sold to Manchester United for £60 million next summer, despite interest from other top clubs.
  • Steve Parish, Crystal Palace co-owner and chairman, believes that Wharton will eventually want to play in the Champions League, either with Palace or at another club.
  • Oliver Glasner, the Palace manager, is out of contract next summer and wants to win trophies, with Parish eager to keep him at the club to continue the team's success.
  • Wharton has had a broken season last season due to groin issues but is now focused on playing regular games, getting into the England squad, and helping Palace achieve their goals.
  • Palace have enjoyed an incredible period under Glasner's management, with victories in the FA Cup final and the Community Shield.
  • Parish has acknowledged that the club will face a difficult challenge to keep Wharton if top European clubs make a significant offer.
  • Liverpool, Manchester City, and Real Madrid are also interested in signing Wharton, making it a competitive market for the midfielder's services.

Statistics:

  • Adam Wharton joined Crystal Palace from Blackburn for £22.5 million.
  • Wharton's contract ends in 2029.
  • Palace have won two major trophies under Olivier Glasner's management: the FA Cup and the Community Shield.
  • Glasner is 51 years old.
  • Wharton has had one season affected by groin issues.
  • Palace's resolve will be tested if Manchester United make a £60 million bid for Wharton next summer.

Sources:

  • The Sun
  • The Guardian

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