Jean-Philippe Mateta has informed Crystal Palace that he wishes to leave the club before the January window closes. The striker rejected a new contract offer from Crystal Palace that would have extended until 2030 with a weekly salary of £80,000; his current deal expires in 2027. Crystal Palace are demanding between €35 million and €40m for Mateta. This month, discussions have taken place with numerous European clubs, including Juventus, Aston Villa and Chelsea. Chelsea has contacted Mateta's representatives and requested to be kept informed of the situation, although it is unclear if they will pursue his signing.

Loic Remy suggests that Jean-Philippe Mateta has the 'profile' to thrive at Chelsea. He impressed Remy during the Olympics for the French national side. TEAMtalk transfer insider Rudy Galetti revealed that Atletico Madrid are considering a move for Mateta as well, indicating potential interest from multiple clubs.

Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta is attracting interest from a whole host of Premier League clubs after entering the final 18 months of his contract. Chelsea is one of the clubs tracking the Frenchman, alongside Aston Villa, Bournemouth, Man Utd, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest, and West Ham, all showing interest in the striker as well.