Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)
April 2025
Manchester United could target Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta if their move for Ipswich’s Liam Delap fails, with Mateta scoring 16 goals this season.
Mateta also impressed for France’s U23s at the Paris Olympics, making him a strong alternative striking option for United’s summer plans.
Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)
Summer 2025 Transfer Window
Mateta’s 13-goal season has caught the attention of multiple clubs, with Manchester United and Nottingham Forest joining the race. The French striker has become a consistent performer and is seen as a proven Premier League goal threat.
United and Forest are expected to compete with Bayern Munich, Juventus, and Atlético Madrid. Palace will likely field offers amid rising interest, and the forward’s strong form may spark a high-stakes bidding war this summer.
Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)
March 2025
Mateta returned to action in Crystal Palace’s FA Cup quarter-final against Fulham wearing protective headgear after receiving 25 stitches from a horror head injury sustained against Millwall.
Social media lit up with reactions comparing Mateta’s look to Cyborg from Justice League and even Call of Duty characters, while fans praised his bravery and questioned his cautious play on return.
