Liverpool Now Pushing To Sign Adam Wharton

Liverpool are pushing to add a new midfielder to their ranks this summer, as TeamTalk reports of a new target on the scene for the Reds in the transfer market.

Andoni Iraola's side need some fresh legs across the squad, with work already underway to sign Yan Diomande as an option for the forward areas, following an impressive breakout campaign for RB Leipzig.

The central ranks are next on the agenda, with an injection of energy needed to help impose the pressing style that Liverpool will want to play under the new head coach.

There have been links with a few options, as Alex Scott has been linked as a possible target, with a potential reunion with Iraola on the cards if he does join from Bournemouth.

However, there is seemingly another deal on the cards, as Liverpool are set to intensify their interest in another midfielder instead.

According to a report from TeamTalk, Liverpool are "intensifying" their interest in Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton as an option for this summer.

The 21-year-old is believed to be a priority for the Reds, but there are concerns that any move could prove costly for the England international, due to the inflation in the midfield market from moves elsewhere.

Wharton is claimed to be keen on joining, while an offer over £70 million will be sanctioned by the owners for the 22-year-old if a move is made this summer.

While Liverpool continue to monitor the possibility of signing the Crystal Palace star, that doesn't rule out the possibility of signing Scott from Bournemouth as an alternative option.

The Reds are tracking both England midfielders, with a decision to be made on who they will push for in the coming weeks of the transfer window.

Wharton may not be the first player you think of when it comes to a pressing style of football. The midfielder isn't exactly the most mobile presence in the middle of the pitch, but his use in an Iraola system may not come from his work off the ball, but rather his work on it.

In a chaotic setup, the England star may offer some balance and an ability to control the game and play it at his own pace, which is incredibly important for a side like Liverpool.

Oliver Glasner described him as "one of the best midfielders in the world", a reputation that may not be too far wrong when he is playing at his strengths.

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Given that Liverpool need a little more quality in possession, he could be perfect in the base of midfield, capable of teeing up the rest of his teammates to create chances.

A deal could prove tough to do, but it may be an important one to get over the line this summer.