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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / September 4
Tottenham made late summer overtures for this PL star before landing Randal Kolo Muani

Tottenham made late summer overtures for this PL star before landing Randal Kolo Muani

Tottenham enquired about Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta before settling for Randal Kolo Muani from PSG on loan Tottenham Hotspur welcomed seven signings during the summer transfer window, as they gave Thomas Frank’s squad a big boost ahead of the gruelling campaign.

Soccer News / NBC Sports / August 31
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Crystal Palace News / The42 / August 28

Crystal Palace secure Conference League group stage spot

The Premier Leagyue side went to Norway with a slender 1-0 first-leg lead after Jean-Philippe Mateta scored the club’s first-ever goal on the European stage last week.

Soccer News / Football Italia / August 8

Exclusive: Atalanta put Mateta top of the wish list with 40m ready

The top name on the Atalanta wish list is Jean-Philippe Mateta of Crystal Palace and they could be prepared to put €40m on the table for the striker next week.

Crystal Palace News / Last Word On Sports / July 30
Crystal Palace Reject Bid for ‘One of the Best’ in the Premier League

Crystal Palace Reject Bid for ‘One of the Best’ in the Premier League

After a history-making season in which Crystal Palace won the FA Cup for the first time ever, they look to strengthen ahead of what will be yet another challenging Premier League campaign.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 30

Crystal Palace reject Atalanta bid for fan favourite Mateta

Reports in the UK indicate that Crystal Palace have turned down a bid from Atalanta for fan-favourite Jean-Philippe Mateta as La Dea continue their search

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 28
Man Utd urged to take advantage of PL frontman’s precarious contract situation, he’d ‘tick a lot of boxes’

Man Utd urged to take advantage of PL frontman’s precarious contract situation, he’d ‘tick a lot of boxes’

Manchester United have been urged to try their luck in pursuit of Crystal Palace frontman Jean-Philippe Mateta, who has yet to commit his long-term future to the club despite being in contract talks for several months.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / July 27
Report: Man United now keen on 17-goal 'old-fashioned striker' this summer

Report: Man United now keen on 17-goal 'old-fashioned striker' this summer

Manchester United remain keen on signing Jean-Philippe Mateta from Crystal Palace during the summer transfer window. The 28-year-old French attacker has performed well in the Premier League over the last 12 months and could prove to be a very useful acquisition for the Red Devils.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / July 21
Liverpool drop out of the race for prolific Manchester United target

Liverpool drop out of the race for prolific Manchester United target

We have been watching Manchester United stumble over the same stones for years. Promises, names, figures… but goals remain a coin toss. In 2023-24, we saw Rasmus Højlund have some brilliant moments, but they were very sporadic.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 16

Mateta price tag revealed as Milan weigh up bid for Crystal Palace striker – report

Reports from France claim that Milan are interested in signing Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta but the Premier League side’s €30 million price tag may discourage the Rossoneri.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 8

Report Milan inquire about Chelsea and Crystal Palace strikers

According to Matteo Moretto, Milan have inquired about Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson and Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta. Milan will sign a new centre-forward in the 2025 summer transfer window, as Igli Tare revealed in June.

Crystal Palace News / We All Follow United / June 14
Manchester United offered the opportunity to land 25-year-old Serie A marksman

Manchester United offered the opportunity to land 25-year-old Serie A marksman

Jean-Philippe Mateta has quietly become a name of growing importance in the corridors of Old Trafford. Erik ten Hag’s mid-season departure during the turbulent 2024/25 campaign marked yet another chapter of uncertainty for Manchester United.

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Crystal Palace News / We All Follow United / June 13
Manchester United plan swoop for 27-Year-Old Premier League striker; fresh talks held

Manchester United plan swoop for 27-Year-Old Premier League striker; fresh talks held

Jean-Philippe Mateta has quietly become a name of growing importance in the corridors of Old Trafford. As Manchester United continue their search for reliable attacking options, the French striker from Crystal Palace has emerged as a serious candidate.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / June 7
Manchester United suffer major setback in the pursuit of 27-year-old French striker

Manchester United suffer major setback in the pursuit of 27-year-old French striker

Jean-Philippe Mateta’s transformation from a backup striker to a talismanic figure at Crystal Palace has been nothing short of remarkable. Under Oliver Glasner, the French forward finally found the rhythm and confidence that had previously eluded him in English football.

Soccer News / Stretty News / June 2
‘Concrete move’ imminent: United prepare to test Premier League club’s resolve this week for £25m-valued forward

‘Concrete move’ imminent: United prepare to test Premier League club’s resolve this week for £25m-valued forward

After taking the time to lick their wounds over Liam Delap’s impending Chelsea move, Manchester United are preparing to pursue another Premier League-proven frontman.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / May 23
Man Utd ‘intend to test the waters’ for 57 G/A FA Cup winner who ‘dreams’ of World Cup call-up

Man Utd ‘intend to test the waters’ for 57 G/A FA Cup winner who ‘dreams’ of World Cup call-up

Manchester United are said to be sizing up a move for Crystal Palace frontman Jean-Philippe Mateta. Indeed, the Red Devils have set their sights on another Premier League-proven star to add to their shortlist alongside Matheus Cunha, Liam Delap, and Bryan Mbeumo.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / April 25
Arsenal have already had a close look at ideal 20 G/A striker transfer option – opinion

Arsenal have already had a close look at ideal 20 G/A striker transfer option – opinion

Arsenal need a new striker this summer and everyone knows it, so did Jean-Philippe Mateta just provide the perfect audition with his stunning goal for Crystal Palace in this week’s draw at the Emirates Stadium?

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 11
Arsenal interest forces Premier League club to push for new deal for their star

Arsenal interest forces Premier League club to push for new deal for their star

Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Jean-Philippe Mateta from Crystal Palace, with the French striker currently on their radar as a potential target for the upcoming transfer window.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 10
Arsenal thinks London based star could be an ideal signing for them

Arsenal thinks London based star could be an ideal signing for them

Arsenal are reportedly among the clubs showing interest in Crystal Palace forward Jean-Philippe Mateta as they intensify efforts to sign a quality striker ahead of the summer transfer window.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 1
Should Arsenal consider signing in-form Crystal Palace man?

Should Arsenal consider signing in-form Crystal Palace man?

Jean-Philippe Mateta has been one of the standout strikers in the Premier League this season, scoring 12 goals in 27 league appearances. The Frenchman’s form has made it difficult for Eddie Nketiah to secure game time at Crystal Palace, and there are growing expectations that Mateta may leave the club when the current season concludes.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / March 11
Forget Mateta & Gyokeres – Man Utd must sign ‘scary’ rebel who would revive Hojlund

Forget Mateta & Gyokeres – Man Utd must sign ‘scary’ rebel who would revive Hojlund

Manchester United are being linked with a host of strikers, but Ademola Lookman might be the answer to several of their problems. As we all know by now, the Red Devils are keen to sign a new centre-forward in the summer to replace the misfiring Rasmus Hojlund.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / February 5
Barcelona considering transfer swoop for 27-year-old Crystal Palace star

Barcelona considering transfer swoop for 27-year-old Crystal Palace star

Barcelona are reportedly considering a surprise transfer move for Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta for this summer. The Frenchman has been in fine form for the Eagles in the last year or so, though he’s not necessarily someone you’d expect to be seeing linked with the very biggest names in European club football.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 27
£50k-p/w Crystal Palace star offered to Fenerbahce

£50k-p/w Crystal Palace star offered to Fenerbahce

Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta has been offered to Turkish giants Fenerbahce, according to reports.  Mateta enjoyed a stunning run of form under Oliver Glasner at the end of last season, netting 13 goals in his last 13 Premier League appearances of the campaign.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 23, 2024
Summer of Soccer best bets: The USMNT kicks off its Olympic challenge

Summer of Soccer best bets: The USMNT kicks off its Olympic challenge

Were 83 soccer matches across two simultaneous continental championship tournaments not enough for you? Same here! Thankfully, we've got 32 more games on the way in the form of the Men's Olympic Soccer Tournament.

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