"One name we should possibly keep an eye on in the future is Mateta, Crystal Palace's centre-forward, because in recent days very reliable sources in England have been talking about this idea, about this desire on Mateta's part to probably try a different experience. Mateta, who has had a very unique career, could have come to Italy sooner. Torino wanted him a few years ago, but then they didn't find the right fit."
"He was an idea for several teams, but Mateta has had a career that reminds us a bit of Luca Toni. He's a striker who exploded very late, who only started playing for the national team a few months ago, already scoring for France. He's a guy who has shown he never gives up, with impressive physical quality, with lots of goals, and he has this desire to try an experience in Italy."
Massimiliano Allegri wanted an elite, physical centre-forward comfortable in the box who could facilitate teammates, but that profile did not arrive and Christopher Nkunku was signed instead. Jean-Philippe Mateta fits the physical striker mould and attracted brief links in the summer. Interest has renewed as Mateta reportedly seeks a different experience in Italy and has just over a year left on his Crystal Palace contract, which could reduce a summer transfer fee amid contract renewal uncertainty. Mateta is described as a late bloomer with strong physical qualities and consistent goal scoring.
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