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United eye Eagles’ midfield star Devils working on exciting transfer who could transform Amorim’s XI M ANCHESTER UNITED are eyeing a sensational £60 million (RM338m) swoop for Crystal Palace’s midfield sensation Adam Wharton. United boss from Blackburn in 2024 for a transfer fee of £18 million (RM102m). that’s the type of person he is. He’s an incredible player.” Wharton has played in six of Palace’s seven league games so far this campaign and was a key man as they won the FA Cup last season.

have to focus on trying to do my job and trying to help the team in whichever way I can. “I’m learning a lot, it’s a new style of football. But it’s making me a better player. Honestly, it’s an amazing experience. I’ve always been a huge admirer of Barcelona, every player my age has watched them play, it’s amazing football.” Barca’s sporting director, Deco, told Mundo Deportivo : “There’s no penalty clause in the loan agreement if we don’t sign him. We do have an option to make it permanent if we want to. It’s too early to talk about decisions for next season; what matters is that we’re happy with him.” – Express Newspapers

Since then, he has played a pivotal role in ushering in a golden era for Palace under the stewardship of Oliver Glasner, contributing significantly to their FA Cup victory and securing European qualification. With the anticipated departure of Kobbie Mainoo and Casemiro from Old Trafford, Amorim is keen to bolster his midfield options next summer. He is convinced that Wharton possesses the technical prowess to make a significant impact at United. Palace have shown a willingness to part ways with their star players, provided the price is right. United are confident that a tempting offer of around £60 million could be enough to bring Wharton to Old Trafford next summer. Wharton, who has earned a single cap for England, was a surprise addition to the squad that reached the final of Euro 2024. It has been reported that he would be allowed to leave Palace in the summer if he does not sign a new contract before then. That is despite him being tied down until 2029. Wharton has received no shortage of glowing praise in the past, with former Palace man Eberechi Eze a huge fan of his talents. Speaking earlier this year, Eze said: “He’s an incredible player to play with. Playing with him at Palace, I’ve got used to seeing the way he plays and understanding him. “He’s very calm, composed, and a joy to play with. For someone so young, he’s very mature and very wise. “When you speak to him, it feels like you’re speaking to someone older than you, Nagelsmann defends Wirtz’s slow Liverpool start GERMANY coach Julian Nagelsmann has come to the defence of Florian Wirtz, saying the 22-year-old midfielder’s slow start at Liverpool is simply part of his adjustment to the Premier League. Liverpool smashed their then transfer record in June to sign the Germany international from Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen for a guaranteed £100 million (RM564m) and up to £16 million (RM90m) in potential bonuses. However, Wirtz has yet to register a goal or an assist in seven Premier League matches for the reigning champions. “Even though he hasn’t scored any goals, he is still the player who creates the most chances in the Premier League,” Nagelsmann told Sport 1 after Germany’s 4-0 home win over Luxembourg in a World Cup qualifier. “It’s not his fault if his teammates don’t convert them, and the statistics don’t even

Ruben Amorim has been closely monitoring his progress and is said to be an ardent admirer. Wharton, who has blossomed into one of England’s most promising talents, joined Palace

Elsewhere, Marcus Rashford has his sights set on a permanent move to Barcelona, despite interest from other top European clubs. The England international is currently on a season-long loan at the Catalan club from United, with an option for Barcelona to make the move permanent for a fee of £26 million (RM167m) next summer. Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has publicly praised Rashford, and the 27-year old has also caught the eye of England boss Thomas Tuchel during international duty. Rashford will be hoping to secure a starting spot in Wednesday’s (2.45am Malaysian time) match against Latvia. In his most recent eight matches for both club and country, Rashford has delivered four goals and four assists. His latest goal came in Barcelona’s surprising 4-1 defeat to Sevilla, as the reigning La Liga champions relinquished their hold on the top spot. Flick praised Rashford’s display after he netted twice in the Champions League to guide Barcelona past Newcastle 2-1 at St James’ Park last month. “I am not surprised (by his goals),” Flick said. “I think he’s a fantastic player. His skills are unbelievable and his finishing is unbelievable.” Rashford recently suggested publicly that he’s eager for a permanent move to Catalunya. “I want to stay for as many seasons as possible. We will see,” he told TNT Sports . “I

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tell the whole story.” Wirtz joined Leverkusen from Cologne in 2020 and quickly established himself as one of Bundesliga’s brightest talents, bagging 57 goals and registering 65 assists in 197 appearances for Leverkusen. But his arrival at Anfield has coincided with Liverpool’s struggles this term, with the club suffering three losses in a row. Liverpool’s record signing Alexander Isak has appeared off the pace after a curtailed pre-season, while Mohamed Salah has been unable to replicate his record-breaking form, managing five goals in his last 21 appearances for the Reds. “Wirtz needs to get used to the league. I saw him playing with total freedom. He knows what he’s capable of and how things work,” Nagelsmann said. “He hasn’t always had it easy – he’ll have to work hard now too.” – Reuters

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