{
  "id": 1223559,
  "title": "Premier League side slap €90m-plus price tag on Real Madrid midfield target – report",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/premier-league-side-slap-90m-plus-price-tag-on-real-madrid-midfield",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-16T07:15:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/premier-league-side-slap-90m-071500120.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Crystal Palace are reportedly seeking a fee of over €90 million for midfielder Adam Wharton, significantly raising the cost for Real Madrid to secure his services. The Spanish giants are currently interested in Wharton as they continue to assess their options following the departure of Rodri to Barcelona. The 22-year-old Englishman possesses versatility, capable of contributing in multiple midfield roles and providing tactical flexibility. Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has already expressed interest in adding another midfielder to his squad, with Wharton fitting his requirements. However, Crystal Palace's high valuation could complicate Real Madrid's pursuit of the player, as the club appears to be making it clear they have no intention of letting one of their key players leave at a significant cost. Real Madrid's transfer plans are heavily dependent on the departures of other players, and the current squad is already well-stocked, making it possible that their summer business could be complete without securing Wharton.",
  "summary": "Real Madrid’s search for a new midfielder could become significantly more complicated, with Crystal Palace reportedly demanding more than €90 million for Adam Wharton, report Defensa Central.Notab...",
  "key_points": [
    "Crystal Palace seeks over €90 million for midfielder Adam Wharton.",
    "Real Madrid interested in Wharton as they assess options after Rodri's departure.",
    "Palace's high valuation complicates Real Madrid's pursuit of the player."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}