Off the PitchFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 15 Aug 2026
Mateta thanks Milan for failed medical: 'More serious than told'
A failed transfer turned out to be a blessing for Mateta, revealing a serious knee issue.
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Player
Jean-Philippe Mateta
Club
Crystal Palace
Transfer
Failed to Milan for €35m
Injury
Knee issue more serious than known
What happened. Mateta thanked Milan for his failed medical, as it revealed his knee injury was more serious than Crystal Palace had told him.
- Mateta initially upset but now grateful for Milan's thoroughness.
- He said the medical stopped suddenly and explained the issue.
- He had a 2019 meniscus rupture in his right knee.
“Luckily, I had that medical and found out exactly what was wrong with me.”
— Jean-Philippe Mateta
Mateta's gratitude suggests the medical exam was a turning point in his career.
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