Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationGiveMeSportUnverified source· 26 Aug 2026
Aston Villa Bid for Palace Striker Mateta
Aston Villa have made a bid for Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta, a striker compared to Benteke.
J. Mateta
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Jean-Philippe Mateta
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Crystal Palace
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Aston Villa
What happened. Aston Villa have made a bid to sign Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta.
- Mateta is described as similar to Christian Benteke.
- The bid is a move to strengthen Villa's attack.
Villa are looking to bolster their striking options, with Mateta as a target.
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