Manchester United have \u2018opened new talks\u2019 to sign Crystal Palace star Jean-Philippe Mateta, who faces an uncertain future at Selhurst Park, according to reports.<\/p>\n
The Red Devils have already secured the \u00a362.5m signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolves as Ruben Amorim prioritises signing attackers who suit his system.<\/p>\n
Man Utd<\/a> are also pushing to sign Brentford winger Bryan Mbeumo, who will again command a big transfer fee, but his goal contributions could be invaluable for Amorim and his team.<\/p>\n The club are now pushing to sign a new centre-forward and have turned to Mateta<\/a> after missing out on Liam Delap, who has joined Chelsea from Ipswich Town.<\/p>\n According to\u00a0Football Insider<\/a>,\u00a0Man Utd have \u2018opened fresh talks\u2019 with Mateta and are \u2018keeping a close eye on his contract situation,\u2019 with his current deal set to expire in 2027.<\/p>\n The Red Devils are \u2018considering swooping\u2019 for Mateta, with Palace said to be targeting Strasbourg\u2019s Emanuel Emegha as a potential replacement, as they anticipate his departure.<\/p>\n Palace are \u2018talking to Mateta\u2019 about a contract extension, but Man Utd are reportedly poised to strike should new terms not be agreed.<\/p>\n READ MORE<\/strong>:\u00a0Amorim plans new Man Utd role for Mason Mount as huge Mbeumo deal thunders closer \u2013 sources<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Man Utd turn to Jean-Philippe Mateta<\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s no secret that Amorim wants to bring in another striker to compete with Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee, who both struggled for form in 2024\/25.<\/p>\n There is also growing speculation that Hojlund could depart Old Trafford this summer, amid interest from Napoli, Juventus and others, as reported by TEAMtalk transfer correspondent Rudy Galetti on June 4.<\/a><\/p>\n Man Utd have exploded into the race for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike<\/a>, but signing him won\u2019t be straightforward amid competition from Chelsea and Liverpool<\/p>\n Mateta, 27, could bring a proven goalscoring record and ample Premier League experience to Man Utd.<\/p>\n The French international notched a very impressive 17 goals and four assists in 46 appearances across all competitions in 2024\/25, playing a key role in Palace\u2019s FA Cup triumph.<\/p>\n The opportunity to play Europa League football with the Eagles could convince Mateta to pen fresh terms with the Eagles, but it is true he has been looked at by Man Utd.<\/p>\n TEAMtalk insider Galetti exclusively revealed on June 2 that Man Utd are seriously plotting a move for Mateta,<\/a> and if he doesn\u2019t sign an extension, he could be available for a \u2018bargain\u2019 fee.<\/p>\n We understand that Palace<\/a> would consider offers in the region of\u00a0\u20ac30m (\u00a325.2m) to \u20ac35m (\u00a329.5m) for the powerful striker.<\/p>\n However, the Red Devils face competition for Mateta\u2019s signature, with Juventus and AC Milam also keen.<\/p>\n DON\u2019T MISS<\/strong>:\u00a0Man Utd goalkeeper targets: EVERY option linked for the summer 2025 transfer window<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Latest Man Utd news<\/strong><\/p>\n \ud83d\udd34\u26ab\u00a0Man Utd beaten with Arsenal \u2018in a hurry\u2019 to steal dream Amorim signing in HUGE deal\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n \ud83d\udd34\u26ab\u00a0Jadon Sancho heartbreak as dream Man Utd exit disintegrates; three Prem clubs offer lifeline<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n