Wharton chase will heat up as PL teams keen

Liverpool are being linked with midfielder Adam Wharton, but Tottenham also retain a huge interest in the Crystal Palace star.

Wharton was not included in England's World Cup squad this summer, yet Palace remain hopeful he will stay at Selhurst Park for at least one more season.

However, fresh reports emerged on Wednesday suggesting Liverpool are keen to explore a deal for the 22-year-old as they continue to reshape their midfield options under Andoni Iraola.

Sources have told Flashscore that Tottenham also remain firmly in the race and have identified Wharton as one of their priority targets for the next transfer window.

It is understood Liverpool view Wharton, alongside Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, as a player capable of adding new control and quality to the centre of the pitch. But Spurs have been tracking Wharton for more than a year and have deliberately remained patient as they wait for the right opportunity to make their move.