Newcastle United are interested in signing Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta during the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Football Insider, Jean-Philippe Mateta is the subject of interest from Newcastle United. The Magpies are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit by signing a striker in the upcoming transfer window, and they have set their sights on the Crystal Palace star.
The French international was also linked with a move away from the club earlier this year. However, Crystal Palace managed to keep him at the club back then, and they will be delighted to have done so. Mateta helped them reach the UEFA Europa Conference League final this past season, scoring in the final to hand them their first-ever European trophy.
It will be interesting to see if he is prepared to join Newcastle this summer. The Magpies need to improve the attacking unit’s quality after a disappointing season. Yoane Wissa and Nick Woltemade were underwhelming for Newcastle in their debut campaign, and the team needs to score more goals.
Anthony Gordon has been sold to Barcelona, and Newcastle United need a long-term replacement for the English international. Mateta scored 16 goals in all competitions this past season, and he is a reliable performer in the Premier League. He could make an immediate impact at Newcastle if he joins.
However, Crystal Palace will be competing in Europe next season, and Newcastle United will not be able to provide him with that opportunity. It would not be a surprise if the French attacker is tempted to continue with the London club. It remains to be seen how the situation develops. Meanwhile, Manchester United are also keeping tabs on Mateta.
Mateta could transform Newcastle United
The 28-year-old is well settled in the Premier League, and there is no doubt that he would be an excellent acquisition for Newcastle United. Apart from his ability to score goals, the Frenchman can hold up the ball and bring others into play. He could prove to be a game-changer acquisition for Newcastle United if they manage to get the deal done.
The Magpies have the resources to get the deal across the line, and it remains to be seen whether they come forward with an official proposal for Crystal Palace in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, the Eagles need to keep their best players and improve the team if they want to do well in the Premier League and in Europe next year. Selling the French attacker could prove to be a mistake.
