Adam Wharton has candidly addressed the speculation linking him with Manchester United ahead of the January transfer window.

United have maintained a long-standing interest in the 21 year old and were strongly connected with a summer approach for his services. His development at Crystal Palace has established him as one of the brightest prospects in his position, securing international recognition with England and drawing attention from numerous elite European sides.

Earlier reports indicate Ruben Amorim holds the midfielder in high regard, though Wharton remains completely committed to his duties at Palace.

He possesses four years left on his existing contract at Selhurst Park, after completing an £18 million switch to south London from Blackburn Rovers in 2024.

Speaking to The Athletic, Wharton addressed the transfer talk directly. “I don’t really look into it or think too much about it,” he said.

“There are always rumours floating about on social media. Is it true? Is it not? You tell me.

“My friends, my family, my brothers, everyone will message me and be like, ‘Is it true this club’s interested?’ I’m like, ‘Thanks for telling me because I didn’t know.'”

Regarding United’s reported interest, Wharton continued: “I don’t know who’s spreading it or who at United is looking at it. I see it and I’m like, ‘OK’, and then I carry on with my day.

“United, the big teams, they’re all linked to 10, 20 different players. If I’m one of 20, then it’s nothing special, so it doesn’t really mean too much. I speak with my agent about planning ahead and possibilities.

“But at the end of the day, it is who’s interested and who’s willing to try and get you and if that becomes the case? You can speak about it, but you’ve got to represent that on the pitch and prove that you deserve it.”