There was a late enquiry from Tottenham Hotspur for Jean-Philippe Mateta, the 28-year-old French centre-forward, before they signed Randal Kolo Muani on loan. Atalanta, AC Milan, Juventus, and several Premier League clubs were also linked with Mateta. The player's contract at Crystal Palace runs until June 30, 2027, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €30 million.