The Sun says Bayern see Wharton as a summer target having made attempt in January when he was leaving Blackburn Rovers.
Wharton joined Palace for 18m and would now cost 60m to leave the Eagles.
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The midfielder, 20, has impressed since joining Palace and is an outside chance for England's Euros squad.
Bayern are eager to open talks with Palace about a deal for Wharton in the coming weeks.