Adam Wharton, a midfielder for Blackburn Rovers, was not available for Newcastle United to sign during this transfer window.
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The 19-year-old, who finished his physical on Wednesday, is expected to sign a £22 million contract with Crystal Palace. Fabrizio Romano, a transfer specialist, tweeted: “Crystal Palace are preparing contracts for Adam Wharton deal to be signed and announced.”Wednesday’s medical procedure was finished in London.”Reported by skysport.
In addition, teams including Newcastle, Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool, and Manchester United have expressed interest in Wharton. Last week, Palace’s £18.5 million deal was turned down; however, they have now improved their offer and it was accepted. If the transfer is approved, Wharton won’t be available for Blackburn’s FA Cup fifth-round match against Newcastle the following month.
Rovers defeated Wrexham 4-1 on Monday night in the fourth round of the competition to guarantee their spot in the round of 16.
After the game, Wharton’s future was questioned by current Blackburn manager and former Newcastle attacker Jon Dahl Tomasson.
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“We know what I think about Adam, he is a great player and I enjoy working with him daily,” he stated.
“We know there are a lot of rumours. Adam is a great player, and maybe, one day an England player in time. There’s a chance he could go away, that’s football, that is life.
“We know our Rovers family are proud of Adam if he plays here or another club. Will that be tomorrow, in the summer or the next year? Let’s wait and see.
“Everyone is ambitious, Adam enjoys playing our kind of football. If a player gets the opportunity to play Premier League football, it’s not a difficult choice.
“What I said before, there was a bid and the club said no. That was a good choice. There are a few days left and hopefully, we’ll get some signings in those days.”
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