Manchester United are still in the market for a new midfielder before the summer transfer window slams shut, with Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton a target
Manchester United began the new season on a frustrating note with a 1-0 loss to Arsenal at Old Trafford on Sunday.
Despite the defeat, Ruben Amorim’s team can find some comfort in the promising displays from new signings Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha. All eyes will now be on forward Benjamin Sesko to deliver the much-needed goals after United’s performance over the weekend.
United fans are hopeful that a new midfielder will join the ranks before the summer transfer window closes on 1 September.
Carlos Baleba of Brighton and Hove Albion and Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace have been the most frequently mentioned names in recent weeks.
While Baleba’s move appears to be off with Brighton not budging on their £100million price tag, former United defender Rio Ferdinand has urged the club to sign the latter.
Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ferdinand said: “We’ve been talking about Baleba, he’s been the hot topic for the last month or so, but before that, Adam Wharton was one of the guys I was saying.
“He’s the nearest to a Michael Carrick type, who’s a controller, who can play, who plays forward from that deeper line position at times.
“He can be an eight if you need him to be and can run on at times if need be, but he’s more of a conductor and can control things.
“I watched him in a couple of games last season against big teams like Man City and Liverpool, and he looks unfazed. He looks ready for a big occasion.
“He enjoys pressure, can play under pressure, and the game kind of slows down when the ball is around him. I love him. I think he’s a fantastic footballer.”
All eyes are set to be on Wharton again this season if he remains at Selhurst Park. The 21-year-old was sidelined for almost three months due to a groin injury last season but returned to play a starring role in their FA Cup triumph.
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