Man Utd and Aston Villa rejected? Crystal Palace star Jean-Philippe Mateta makes contract decision amid mounting transfer interest

Jean-Philippe Mateta is reportedly 'close' to signing a new deal at Crystal Palace amid links with Manchester United and Aston Villa.

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• Mateta starring for Crystal Palace
• Linked with Man Utd & Aston Villa
• In talks over new Eagles deal

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  BBC Sport states Palace are in talks with the big striker over a new contract, and while a full agreement hasn't been reached, a deal is 'now close'. The former Lyon man has been a standout performer for the Eagles, and now they want to reward his efforts with new terms.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  The 27-year-old has been credited with interest from United, Villa, Marseille, and more, after a stellar couple of seasons for Palace. Although the Frenchman's contract runs until 2027, the Eagles want to secure the forward's long-term future. And after helping them win the FA Cup and being their top scorer for the past two years, this move is understandable.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Mateta initially struggled to impress at Palace during a loan stint between 2021-22 and even after leaving Mainz 05, the 6ft 4in attacker was quite goal-shy for the Croydon outfit. But in the last two campaigns, he has scored 19 and 17 goals, respectively, and that has caught the attention of United and more.

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  WHAT NEXT?

  It may just be a matter of time before Mateta, who is a fan favourite at Selhurst Park, extends his stay with Palace as they try and prepare for a Europa League campaign next term – although that is up in the air.