"top scorer Jean-Philippe Mateta would also submit a transfer request in a bid to force through a move away from Selhurst Park during the January window. With a number of parties interested in the France international, including AC Milan, Juventus and Nottingham Forest, Palace identified unsettled Wolves forward Jorgen Strand Larsen as a potential replacement, making and then withdrawing a 50million offer, before Wolves accepted a reduced offer of 48million for the Norwegian, which still represents a potential club-record fee for the South Londoners."
"This came with Milan appearing to close in on a deal for Mateta, but in a window full of twists for the Eagles, that deal now appears to have collapsed. David Ornstein of The Athletic reports that issues with the player's medical has meant Milan have walked away from the 26million deal, with the Italian giants unhappy with the forward's knee issue that he has been playing through this season."
Crystal Palace began 2026 in mid-table with European hopes but have suffered multiple setbacks. A shocking FA Cup defeat to non-league Macclesfield was followed by captain Marc Guehi moving to Manchester City and head coach Oliver Glasner confirming he will leave at season's end. The team have been winless since December 7, leading top scorer Jean-Philippe Mateta to submit a transfer request amid interest from AC Milan, Juventus and Nottingham Forest. Palace pursued Wolves forward Jorgen Strand Larsen, negotiating from 50million down to 48million. A proposed 26million move for Mateta collapsed after medical concerns over a knee issue.
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