Chelsea urged to sign Adam Wharton as midfield hunt continues

Chelsea have been urged to sign Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton this summer, but no bid has been made yet.

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What happened. Chelsea have been urged to sign Adam Wharton, with the club long admirers of the Crystal Palace midfielder, but no bid has been tabled yet.

• Wharton's contract at Selhurst Park expires in June 2029.
• Chelsea had a £64m bid for Alex Scott rejected by Bournemouth.
• Chelsea are in the market for a new midfielder this summer.

Chelsea have three weeks to strengthen Xabi Alonso's squad, with midfield a priority.

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