Jamie Carragher's reaction to £100m claim about player loved by Pep Guardiola
Jamie Carragher has hit back at claims by a fan that Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton is worth £100million, insisting "no one's paying that" in the Premier League. Wharton has had an excellent season under Oliver Glasner, with his energetic midfield displays inspiring the Eagles to their first ever FA Cup triumph.
Wharton's season was limited by a groin injury, which kept him out for three months, but went straight back into the starting XI after returning to the squad and has become one of the first names on the team-sheet.
The 21-year-old has already picked up his first England cap after being called up by Gareth Southgate for last summer's Euro 2024.
His superb form this season has led to speculation he could join a top Premier League side as one supporter in The Overlap Fan Debate claimed it would take £100m to snap him up.
Both Carragher and co-host Paul Scholes were left baffled as the former let rip at the fan for his remarks.
He replied: "£100m? No one's paying £100m for Adam Wharton. I like Adam Wharton. Anyone who pays £100m for him you're mad. £100m?! Oh my god. £100m for Adam Wharton? You wouldn't buy him for £100m don't be daft."
Scholes was equally surprised by the fan's claim as he said: "£100m? Is that with his wages for 20 years, or...? He's a good player but not £100m."
The supporter was left in stitches after being roasted by the Liverpool legend, whose retort led to laughter from other fans in the studio.
While Carragher doesn't appear to hold Wharton in the highest regard, the player is highly rated by Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola, who has praised him a handful of times.
Speaking before City's 5-2 win over Palace in April, the Spaniard said: 'He's an excellent holding midfielder.
His impact has been really good coming from the Championship to the Premier League. Really good left foot. Really good player."
Wharton was subbed off during that heavy defeat, but he was one of the best players on the pitch as Palace defeated City in their famous 1-0 at Wembley to win the FA Cup.
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