Frenchman is emerging as top Man United target for January window to bolster attack
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7-second readManchester United are considering a January move for Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta as Michael Carrick looks to add more firepower to his squad.
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Manchester United are considering a January move for Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta as Michael Carrick looks to add more firepower to his squad. The 29-year-old has developed into a proven Premier League goalscorer during his time at Selhurst Park, and his contract situation could make him one of the more attractive options available during the winter window.
With Benjamin Šeško currently unavailable, United are assessing experienced forwards who could make an immediate impact without requiring another huge long-term investment. According to Football Insider, United are exploring the possibility of signing Mateta when the transfer window reopens.
The France international has only months remaining on his Crystal Palace contract and could leave for nothing next summer, potentially forcing Palace to consider offers in January rather than risk losing a valuable player for free.
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