Jean-Philippe Mateta has been linked with a move away from Crystal Palace in recent months.
The 28-year-old has been outstanding for the Eagles and has been linked with clubs such as Manchester United.
Jean-Philippe Mateta’s contract situation is worrying
The 28-year-old is certainly one of the best strikers in the league at the moment, and it is no surprise that other clubs are keen on him. Crystal Palace will not want to lose the player in the middle of the season, and a transfer may have to wait until the end of the season.
Meanwhile, he is nearing the end of his contract (2027) with the London club, and they hope to reach an agreement with him on a contract extension. According to Football insiderCrystal Palace could consider selling him at the end of the season if he refuses to sign a new contract with them.
Why Palace could sell Mateta?
Pete O’Rourke claims”He is a key figure for Oliver Glasner’s side. Palace are having a good season themselves and they will not want to lose their top striker mid-season as he will be quite difficult to replace.”
“Palace itself has the ambition to make progress in Europe this season and to finish as high as possible in the Premier League.
“It’s obviously a bit of a worry for Palace. He’s only just into the last 18 months of his contract and it looks like a new contract is unlikely. He’s in no rush to sign a new contract at Palace. So again, I think Palace may have to look at this contract again in the summer. If he doesn’t sign a new contract, that could be one of their last chances to make money from him.”
It will be interesting to see if Crystal Palace can keep him at the club for the long term. He is an indispensable asset for them, and they simply cannot afford to lose a player of his quality.
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