Manchester United’s transfer strategy is under intense scrutiny after their underwhelming end to the season and confirmed absence from European football next term.
Ruben Amorim is already working closely with the club’s recruitment team to identify the right profile of players needed to spark a revival at Old Trafford.
It’s no secret that the squad needs a shake-up, with multiple senior players expected to leave and a sharp focus being placed on finding a striker who can consistently deliver goals.
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While the Red Devils remain linked with a host of high-profile names including Viktor Gyokeres and Liam Delap, financial limitations mean value-for-money options are just as crucial.
That’s where Jean-Philippe Mateta has entered the picture.
The Crystal Palace striker has enjoyed his best season in English football, netting 17 goals and registering four assists in 47 appearances across all competitions.
According to reports from L’Equipe, Manchester United are firmly ‘in the running’ to sign the 27-year-old this summer and have already ‘positioned themselves’ to lure him away from Selhurst Park.
Palace, who lifted the FA Cup and are now in Europe next season, will fight to keep hold of Jean-Philippe Mateta, but the player is said to be open to a move — provided it’s the right step for his career.
Mateta harbours ambitions of representing France at the 2026 World Cup and is fully aware that his next move could have serious implications on his international hopes.
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Remaining at Palace, where he’s now a key figure, would give him European football and continuity, but the chance to join Manchester United — even outside Europe — could prove too attractive to ignore.
United view Mateta as a viable replacement or competitor for Rasmus Hojlund, whose long-term future remains uncertain after a turbulent season.
While Matheus Cunha is expected to arrive from Wolves, Amorim is keen to add further depth and variety in the forward line.
Mateta, with his physicality, pressing ability and Premier League experience, ticks many of the boxes United are targeting.
The player is not rushing a decision and will reportedly wait for concrete offers before committing to his next move.
Whether United can beat out rivals and convince him to join their rebuild project remains to be seen — but their interest is genuine and growing.
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