How Oliver Glasner turned James McAtee into his new Adam Wharton
Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner has transformed James McAtee from a forgotten man into a key midfield figure, mirroring the impact he previously had on Adam Whartan's development. The piece examines the tactical and developmental approach Glasner has used to bring out the best in McAtee, who had struggled for game time prior to this revival. The comparison to Wharton highlights Glasner's track record of unlocking potential in young midfielders through his system and man-management.
Read the full story at skysports.comOliver Glasner's reputation for developing technically gifted midfielders into Premier League difference-makers gets another case study with James McAtee. The Austrian coach's track record — most notably with Adam Wharton — demonstrates a clear pattern: identifying technically sound players who need a defined role and tactical clarity, then deploying them in positions where their passing range and composure can flourish. For Crystal Palace, having Glasner unlock a second young midfielder of this profile strengthens the spine of a side that has quietly become one of the league's more interesting tactical projects.
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