Jean-Philippe Mateta
28-Year-Old
Crystal Palace
Premier
OUT
Injury Not Injury Related
Est. Return 2/1/2026
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Mateta got off to a slow start in his first full season under Oliver Glasner, and then he caught fire for a few months before finishing slow after busting his nose in March. Along with Crystal Palace as a whole, he tended to score his 14 goals in bunches, including three braces last season. Mateta isn't likely to push any of the elite strikers in the Premier League or top 20 goals, but with a strong attack built around him he should be a solid option for double-digit goals once more. No matter what happens in the squad around him, Mateta's role is as a true No. 9 who can score in a variety of ways.
Won't play Sunday
Mateta is not going to be in the squad to face Nottingham Forest, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "We will talk about things we can confirm. I can confirm JP will not be in the matchday squad, but it is nothing to do right now with the transfers. He is not in the place. To play makes no sense. We have to protect the team and I have to protect him. That is why he will not travel with us to Nottingham."
ANALYSIS
Mateta will not be in the squad Sunday as the forward has faced transfer rumors of the past month, with the player possibly on his way out to end the window. This is a major loss for the squad, as he has yet to miss a start all season, recording eight goals in 23 appearances. This will then leave the forward role open for the first time all season, with Brennan Johnson a possible option to take over the spot for the time being.
Mateta will not be in the squad Sunday as the forward has faced transfer rumors of the past month, with the player possibly on his way out to end the window. This is a major loss for the squad, as he has yet to miss a start all season, recording eight goals in 23 appearances. This will then leave the forward role open for the first time all season, with Brennan Johnson a possible option to take over the spot for the time being.
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Will play Sunday
Mateta will be available for Sunday's game against Chelsea, manager Olivier Glasner told media during Friday's press conference. "He will play on Sunday," Glasner said.
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Two shot attempts in loss
Mateta had two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Sunderland.
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Scores opener
Mateta scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus Fulham.
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Will start against Leeds United
Mateta will be in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Leeds United, coach Oliver Glasner said in the press conference.
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Playing through knee pain
Mateta was playing through knee pain in recent weeks, and the club hopes he will not have to undergo surgery for his injury, according to Sam Tabuteau from The Standard.
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Spurs showing interest
Tottenham are keeping close tabs on Mateta, according to The Daily Mail.
ANALYSIS
Tottenham could lose Randal Kolo Muani before the end of the January transfer window, as the Frenchman could head to Juventus on loan. If that's the case, Tottenham could make an effort to sign the Crystal Palace forward. It won't be easy, as Juventus and Nottingham Forest are also keeping close tabs on the striker.
Tottenham could lose Randal Kolo Muani before the end of the January transfer window, as the Frenchman could head to Juventus on loan. If that's the case, Tottenham could make an effort to sign the Crystal Palace forward. It won't be easy, as Juventus and Nottingham Forest are also keeping close tabs on the striker.