Reports have indicated that Manchester United is showing increasing interest in signing 21-year-old Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton, following Brighton's rejection of an offer for their player Carlos Baleba, prompting United to seek other alternatives to strengthen their midfield.

Wharton, who joined Crystal Palace in January 2024 from Blackburn for a fee of £22 million, has contributed to his team's two titles since his arrival and has established himself as one of the top young talents in the Premier League.

On the other hand, Brighton's owner, Tony Bloom, has confirmed that the club intends to keep Baleba for an additional season, with expectations that the player's value could reach around £115 million in the future, making it difficult for Manchester United to sign him without paying a record fee in the Premier League.

This comes at a time when Manchester United is considering its options in the summer transfer market, as the club seeks to strengthen its squad with young and promising options in midfield.

Previous reports have also indicated that Spanish club Real Madrid is monitoring Adam Wharton for a potential signing in the near future.