Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Widely reportedGet French FootballUnverified source· 25 Aug 2026
Villa table Mateta bid, Palace expected to reject
Aston Villa have made an offer for Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta, but it may not be enough.
J. Mateta
player
Player
Jean-Philippe Mateta
Position
Striker
Current club
Crystal Palace
Linked club
Aston Villa
Reported fee
Not disclosed
What happened. Aston Villa have submitted an offer to Crystal Palace for striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, but the proposal is unlikely to be accepted.
- The Athletic reports Villa's bid for the 29-year-old.
- Crystal Palace are expected to turn down the offer.
Palace may hold out for a higher fee or keep Mateta.
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