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BBC News
4 days ago
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'Very important for us to get back into the rhythm'
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner says pre-season preparations are going "really well" and his team are "on track" following their 3-0 win over League Two side Crawley Town on Friday Mateta, Eberechi Eze and Daniel Munoz were all on the scoresheet as the Eagles made it two wins and two clean sheets from two pre-season fixtures."Pre-season is going really well," Glasner told Palace TV, external after the friendly. "The players are doing really well. They are being very ambitious and showing great work-ethic."I'm really pleased with the performance. The players did well, scored nice goals, created many chances and we got another clean sheet - so we are on track."It is very important for us to get back into the rhythm and into the pattern of how we want to play."All of the players are arriving on different days. Chris Richards will join us for the Austria camp because he played in the [Concacaf Gold Cup] final with the USA. Marc Guehi has a small injury but will train with us on Sunday. Eddie Nketiah is the same."We don't want to take any risks."The Eagles are heading out to Austria next week to continue their pre-season preparations and Glasner is looking forward to the squad "spending time together" after a lifting the FA Cup trophy and setting a club-record Premier League points tally last season."It's not like everybody goes on vacation and then after six or seven weeks you come back together and you snap your fingers and everything is back again," Glasner added. "You have to invest, work and spend time together - then the bond will be there again."Therefore it is good to have time together, have training sessions, have video meeting with the players - as a team and individually - and also enjoy the time."Unfortunately, the weather in London will be better than the weather in Austria, but no problem! We are looking forward to having a very intense week."
Yahoo
19-07-2025
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AC Milan eye move for PSG striker Goncalo Ramos
AC Milan are weighing up a move for Paris Saint-Germain striker Goncalo Ramos (h/t journalist Sacha Tavolieri). The Italian club are keen to improve their attacking options and have begun assessing several strikers ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. Manager Massimiliano Allegri wants a new number nine to lead the line, and Ramos has emerged as one of the possible targets. Allegri views Ramos as a striker who can adapt to Serie A and raise the team's overall level. Talks have reportedly started with the player's representative as Milan strive to gauge whether a deal is possible. Jean-Philippe Mateta is also on Milan's shortlist. Ramos would be a good value option for Milan Ramos completed a high-profile €80 million transfer from Benfica to PSG in 2023. Despite arriving with high expectations, the 23-year-old has struggled to cement a place in Luis Enrique's starting XI. He bagged 19 goals and six assists across 46 matches in all competitions for the French champions last season. Ramos is known for his movement, hard work and ability to create and finish chances. He suits different systems and offers flexibility in attack. The Portugal international can operate as a lone striker or alongside a strike partner. He is physically strong, good in aerial duels and effective when pressing defenders. Milan have around €30 million to spend on a striker and feels that this may be enough to tempt PSG into negotiations.
Yahoo
16-07-2025
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AC Milan register interest in Jean-Philippe Mateta
AC Milan have signalled their interest in signing Jean-Philippe Mateta from Crystal Palace, according to L'Equipe. Off the back of an eighth-place finish last season, Milan are keen to bolster their options in attack as they prepare for life under Massimiliano Allegri. The Rossoneri were previously keen on last season's Serie A top scorer Mateo Retegui, who is, however, set to move to Saudi Arabia. Milan have also been linked with Dusan Vlahovic, although the Serbian's wages are proving to be a sticking point. Milan's search for a new striker has now led them to Mateta off the back of an impressive form over the past two seasons, during which he scored 36 goals in 85 appearances across all competitions, while also winning the FA Cup. Known for his physicality, aerial ability and clinical finishing, the Frenchman offers a blend of strength and skill. Mateta was linked with an exit last summer, and while a move did not materialise, the 28-year-old hinted that his future in South London was uncertain. 'The club didn't want to sell me, so I moved on, and I gave everything to the team to help us get better results than those we achieved last year,' he said via GFFN. 'And when it is the right time to ask those questions, we'll ask them.' With just one year left on his current deal, Palace are keen to tie Mateta down to a long-term contract, but he is reportedly willing to depart Selhurst Park amid interest from several clubs. However, Palace's asking price of over €30 million for Mateta is said to have put Milan off at the moment, and the Serie A outfit could be forced to turn to other alternatives.
Yahoo
11-07-2025
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AC Milan shortlist Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta
According to a report from Sacha Tavolieri, AC Milan have shortlisted Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta (28) as they look to add attacking reinforcements to a squad that underwhelmed last season, finishing the campaign 8th in Serie A and missing out on European football. Last season, the Frenchman had an impressive campaign with the Premier League side, helping the squad to a 12th-place finish in the league, but more importantly, to a maiden FA Cup win, bringing the London side their first-ever major silverware. Advertisement Mateta made 46 appearances across all competitions, scoring 17 and assisting four. Enough to capture the attention of the Serie A side. Tavolieri writes that the interest is mutual, and the number nine's entourage are reportedly putting pressure on Palace to open the door for a summer exit. Palace have reasons to keep the fan-favourite striker, especially since their FA Cup trophy has brought them a shot at playing in Europe, although what competition they will take part in remains up in the air following the decision to appeal Olympique Lyonnais' relégation. GFFN | Nick Hartland
Yahoo
11-07-2025
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Jean-Philippe Mateta emerges as top target for AC Milan
AC Milan have made Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta a top target this summer, according to journalist Sacha Tavolieri. Following a disappointing season in Serie A, the Rossoneri are working on rebuilding their squad ahead of the new campaign. Advertisement The club has already been linked with several forwards, including Bayer Leverkusen star Victor Boniface. However, Mateta has moved up their list. Milan have contacted the striker's representatives to explore the possibility of a move. Mateta would offer Milan something different Mateta's camp are pushing Palace to consider letting him leave this summer. The French striker enjoyed his best season in English football under Oliver Glasner last term. He finished the campaign with 17 goals and four assists across all competitions. Mateta has developed well with Palace. Glasner's system has given him the freedom to play to his strengths and improve his overall game. Advertisement The forward is renowned for his strength, ability to hold off defenders, and clever movement around the box. His finishing has also improved significantly. Milan are impressed with his progress and believe he could bring a new edge to their forward line. The Serie A giants are seriously exploring the chance to bring him to the San Siro. They think he can offer physical presence, goals and a different attack style. Although the deal is still in the early stages, Milan's interest is concrete. With the striker keen on a new challenge, and his camp putting pressure on Palace, the situation could develop quickly.
