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Jean-Philippe Mateta is back on the radar of Juventus Turin, which maintains its interest in the French forward. The Italian club has defined its strategy and has set a clear financial limit.
The sports management has informed Crystal Palace that they will not exceed 33 million euros. The proposal suggests a loan with an obligation to purchase conditioned on a specific sporting objective.
Jean-Philippe Mateta and a formula linked to the Champions League
The operation devised by Juventus responds to prudent financial logic. The signing of Jean-Philippe Mateta will only become permanent if the team manages to qualify for the Champions League.
These types of agreements are not new in Turin. They allow strengthening the squad without assuming immediate risks and aligning expenses with competitive performance in Serie A. The forward fits the profile sought by the Bianconeri. Physically powerful, with experience in England and the ability to hold central defenders, Mateta offers different solutions than the current ones.
🚨 Juventus haven't given up on Jean-Philippe Mateta but have informed Crystal Palace that they won't offer above €33M for the striker.
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The proposal is a loan with an obligation to make the deal permanent if they qualify for the Champions League.
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The Crystal Palace's Firm Stance
Crystal Palace is closely watching the move. The English club values Jean-Philippe Mateta as an important piece and is not in a hurry to sell. The amount proposed by Juventus is below the initial expectations of the London-based team. Therefore, the negotiation is complex and ongoing.
Still, the loan formula with an obligation could unlock the operation if both parties find sufficient guarantees.

A Profile Designed for Serie A
Juventus believes that Jean-Philippe Mateta could adapt well to Serie A. His back-to-goal play, aerial presence, and goal-scoring ability align with the pace of the Italian championship.
Furthermore, the coaching staff sees in the Frenchman a reliable alternative for rotation in a demanding season, with clear objectives in both the league and Europe. The ball is now in Crystal Palace's court, which must decide whether to accept an operation conditioned on Juventus' sporting success.
In Turin, they remain calm. Jean-Philippe Mateta remains a top priority, but not at any cost. The strategy is set, and they will not deviate from it.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La Juventus marca el límite a su oferta por Mateta
