Fabrizio Romano reports that Juventus have accelerated their pursuit of Jean-Philippe Mateta, with positive developments emerging in the last few hours. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Bianconeri held a direct meeting this evening with the intermediaries representing the Crystal Palace striker, and signs from the talks have been described as very encouraging.
The meeting between the parties was reportedly positive, with Mateta giving his full approval to a potential move to Turin. The French forward has long expressed a desire to play in Serie A, and his willingness to join Juventus reinforces the club’s growing confidence in completing the deal.
From a financial perspective, discussions around the player’s salary have also progressed smoothly. The proposed figures are considered sustainable within Juventus’ budget, making the deal more attainable compared to other, more complex negotiations such as the one involving Federico Chiesa.
For now, the main obstacle remains Crystal Palace. The Premier League club are going through a delicate period, and losing Mateta midway through the season would be a significant blow. Juventus, however, remain firm on their position: they would only consider a paid loan with an obligation to buy under certain conditions and are unwilling to meet what they see as excessive valuations. Palace’s initial asking price was around €45 million, and only a significant reduction could realistically unlock the deal.
There is also interest from other Premier League sides, but Juventus hold an early advantage, having already established concrete contact with both the player and his representatives. The situation now depends largely on the stance of the English club in the coming weeks.
The message from Turin is clear: Juventus have made their move, received Mateta’s approval, and are waiting for the right conditions to push ahead. The French forward remains a leading name on the Bianconeri’s transfer list, as the club continue to monitor the market with intent and precision.
