Real Madrid chase Adam Wharton as Liverpool enters bidding for midfielder

Real Madrid are pursuing a new midfielder ahead of the closing of the summer transfer window. The club missed out on signing Enzo Fernandez and Rodri earlier this summer. Jose Mourinho is advocating for another option, with Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace emerging as a potential target. Liverpool has also made contact with Wharton to assess his interest in joining them, positioning themselves as leading contenders for his signature. Real Madrid's decision on whether to act on this interest is pending, as their current midfield options have not fully aligned with Mourinho's preferences.

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