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Real Madrid academy talent set for €8-10 million Premier League transfer – report
Following the reports of an agreement between Real Madrid and Fulham for the transfer of Gonzalo Garcia, it appears that the two clubs have struck another deal involving a different La Fabrica player.
Gonzalo is headed to Craven Cottage, with the Premier League shelling out €40 million to acquire 70% of his economic rights from Real Madrid.
Now, according to MARCA, the Merengues have reached an agreement with Fulham for the sale of another academy talent, Cesar Palacios.
€8-10 million for 70% rights
Just like the Gonzalo deal, Real Madrid have once again opted not to relinquish full control of the promising La Fabrica graduate.
As such, a fee of €8-10 million has been agreed for 70% of Palacios between the Spanish giants and Fulham.
Only minor details remaining before the move becomes official.
Arbeloa the key again
Palacios enjoyed an outstanding 2025/26 campaign, scoring 16 goals and providing five assists to finish as the second-highest scorer in Group 1 of Spain’s RFEF Primera Division. He also went on to make his first-team debut.
However, like Gonzalo, the winger had already decided that this summer was the right time to leave Castilla and begin the next stage of his career.
The 21-year-old had previously appeared destined for Como, with talks having reached an advanced stage. However, Fulham’s late intervention, led personally by Alvaro Arbeloa, completely changed the situation.
The proposal now on the table satisfies Real Madrid’s desire to keep long-term control over one of their most promising academy graduates, while also giving Palacios the opportunity to begin his senior career under a coach who has long believed in his potential.
Real Madrid continue to profit from La Fabrica
The two departures further underline Real Madrid’s successful strategy of generating significant income through academy graduates.
Only last month, the club sold Nico Paz to Como for €60 million while retaining a buy-back clause worth €80 million.
The Gonzalo and Palacios agreements continue that trend, with the Merengues set to pocket €50 million from the two deals, while maintaining future control over two highly-rated young talents.
One of the main objectives for Real Madrid this summer was to bring in a new central midfielder capable of controlling the tempo and dictating the play from the middle.
A move for Rodri was in the works before the Spain captain decided to sign for FC Barcelona. The Merengues assessed several other options, but ended up not signing any player, with Jose Mourinho deciding to use Bernardo Silva in the double pivot.
One of the midfielders that Real Madrid were looking at as an option was Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace.
The England international has been on the club’s radar for a while now, but the Premier League club never opened the door for a summer departure.
Wharton could be on the market in 2027
However, now, according to The Guardian (h/t Bernabeu Digital), That stance could change next year, as that Palace would be prepared to consider selling Wharton during the next summer transfer window.
As mentioned already, Real Madrid have closely followed Wharton’s situation throughout the summer, although the club ultimately decided against making any further additions to their midfield.
Manchester City and Chelsea also showed serious interest in signing the England international during the summer. However, Crystal Palace were unwilling to sell, effectively ruling out a move for the midfielder.
But it appears that they could open the doors for Wharton to leave in the summer of 2027, potentially paving the way for Real Madrid to make a move.
Real Madrid continue to monitor Wharton
Real Madrid are expected to keep a close eye on Wharton’s progress ahead of the 2027 market. Should they decide they need another high-quality midfielder, the 22-year-old could once again emerge as a candidate.
Manchester City may be less likely to return for Wharton after strengthening their midfield significantly this summer.
Chelsea, however, could remain a potential competitor after failing to add a player in the position during the latest window.
For now, Wharton will remain at Crystal Palace, but the club’s willingness to consider a sale next summer means the midfielder could become a realistic option for Real Madrid in 2027.
