Real Madrid is showing serious interest in Crystal Palace's English midfielder Adam Wharton.
Idman.Biz reports this with reference to the "El Nacional" publication.
According to the source, Real Madrid's head coach, Xabi Alonso, considers the 21-year-old footballer to be Toni Kroos' successor and is personally insisting on his transfer.
The Spanish giant is ready to pay approximately 60 million euros to sign the young Englishman.
This season, Wharton has made 13 appearances in all competitions and has one assist. The footballer's contract with Crystal Palace is valid until the summer of 2029. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is also 60 million euros.