Adam Wharton’s impressive debut for England has garnered praise from various sources, including his manager, pundits, and teammates. The Crystal Palace midfielder, who recently transferred from Blackburn Rovers in January, played the final half-hour of the 3-0 friendly victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina at St James’ Park. England manager Gareth Southgate commended Wharton’s performance on BBC Radio 5 Live, highlighting his composure, forward play, and ability to read the game well.
Former Everton midfielder Leon Osman also lauded Wharton for his confident play in a critical area of the pitch, emphasizing his role in quickly delivering the ball to attacking players. Osman noted that Wharton’s distribution has contributed to the success of players like Eberechi Eze at Crystal Palace, making the team more effective in the final third of the pitch. Three of Wharton’s teammates have also been called up to Southgate’s provisional Euro 2024 squad, with Eze praising Wharton’s skill and maturity on and off the field.
Eze described Wharton as an incredible player who is calm, composed, and a joy to play with. Despite his young age, Wharton exudes wisdom and maturity, making him an impressive teammate and player. Eze’s positive remarks reflect the impact Wharton has had on Crystal Palace and now on the England national team. The synergy between Wharton, Eze, and other players suggests a promising future for both club and country. The duo’s successful partnership bodes well for future matches and competitions, creating excitement among England fans.