Overview
- Jean-Philippe Mateta made his first senior start for France on October 13 and scored his first international goal against Iceland.
- Multiple outlets relaying Fichajes report that Manchester United are exploring a move for the Crystal Palace striker.
- Crystal Palace activated an extension in December 2024 to keep Mateta through 2026–27 and are preparing to offer fresh terms, according to Football Insider.
- Reporting cites a valuation of around €50m/£43m for Mateta, with Sky Sports’ Kaveh Solhekol previously indicating Palace rejected a £50m bid from an unnamed Champions League club.
- Former scout Mick Brown says Mateta is happy at Palace but acknowledges France duty could increase temptation to pursue Champions League football, as the player hinted in remarks to RMC Sport.