Juventus Step Up Pursuit of Palace’s Mateta With Conditional Loan Proposal

Overview

• Juventus have held talks with Jean-Philippe Mateta’s representatives about a January move, according to multiple reports.
• Italian reports via Gianluca Di Marzio say Juventus are preparing a loan offer worth around €2m with a €28m obligation to buy if they qualify for the Europa League, with personal terms reportedly in place.
• A significant valuation gap remains, with Italian outlets citing €30–35m and UK reporting suggesting in excess of €50m, and Palace prepared to sell only at their asking price.
• Palace are reluctant to approve an exit before signing a replacement and are exploring options including Sidiki Cherif, Jorgen Strand Larsen and Joaquin Panichelli, per talkSPORT.
• Juventus’ search is prompted by Dusan Vlahovic’s injury and contract situation, and they are also weighing alternatives such as Joshua Zirkzee and Youssef En-Nesyri.