Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months.
The 21-year-old is one of the best young talents in the Premier League, and top teams are keen to secure his signature. The Eagles are now looking for potential replacements and have identified Rangers star Nicolas Raskin as a potential option, according to Fichajes.
Raskin was linked with Leeds United during the summer transfer window. He has also been linked with Aston Villa.
Nicolas Raskin to replace Wharton?
The 24-year-old Belgian has done quite well at the Scottish club and he could prove to be a useful acquisition. However, Wharton is an immense talent and replacing him with Raskin could prove to be a downgrade. There is no doubt that the Belgian is a quality player, but he has yet to prove himself at the highest level.
Scotland’s move to the Premier League is a huge step forward, and it will be interesting to see if he can adapt to English football and make an instant impact. Raskin has been described as “tireless” due to his style of play.
Wharton is an elite talent
Wharton is 21 years old and already one of the best midfielders in the league. He will only get better with coaching and experience. Crystal Palace will need a prodigious young talent to replace him. It remains to be seen how the situation evolves.
Several teams are monitoring his situation, and there will likely be several offers on the table for him at the end of the season. Crystal Palace have shown they will not allow their best players to leave easily. They will demand a premium for him, and it will be interesting to see if any club is willing to break the bank for the England international.
Meanwhile, Raskin will certainly be attracted to the idea of playing in the Premier League, and Crystal Palace could be an attractive destination for him.
