Jean-Philippe Mateta is close to an AC Milan move, while Newcastle have rejected Fulham’s £20m bid for Joe Willock. Betting outcome: punters might back Mateta to start scoring for Milan if the transfer goes through and look to short-term value on AC Milan match markets; Newcastle’s midfield stability reduces transfer-driven volatility, so Willock-related markets may stay unchanged.
Transfer round-up: Mateta on the brink, Willock bid turned down
Jean-Philippe Mateta and AC Milan
Jean-Philippe Mateta has agreed terms with AC Milan until 2030 and is awaiting permission to travel to Italy for a medical. Crystal Palace insist they will not allow the 28-year-old France striker to leave unless a ready-made replacement is in place, meaning any deal hinges on Palace finding a successor.
Fulham's bid for Joe Willock rejected
Fulham have had a £20m offer for Joe Willock turned down by Newcastle United. Newcastle are unwilling to sanction the 26-year-old midfielder’s exit unless they can secure a replacement, keeping squad planning and midfield continuity intact.
Manchester United and player returns
Carrick eyes Rashford return from Barcelona
If Michael Carrick remains as Manchester United head coach beyond this season, he wants Marcus Rashford to return from his loan spell at Barcelona. A Rashford return would boost United’s attacking options and alter the club’s forward planning.
Young prospects and loan recall activity
Tyrique George attracting interest
Sunderland and Everton are among the clubs showing interest in 19-year-old England Under-21 forward Tyrique George, with additional monitoring from teams across Spain, France and Italy.
Loan recalls and transfer interest
Chelsea are considering recalling 20-year-old Senegal defender Mamadou Sarr from his loan at sister club Strasbourg. Liverpool and Chelsea are in talks with Rennes over 20-year-old French defender Jeremy Jacquet, although any move is expected in the summer window.
Other transfer moves and offers
Offers and scouting
Sunderland have offered 25-year-old French forward Wilson Isidor to Napoli. Tottenham and Leeds United have been offered the opportunity to sign 22-year-old Colombian striker Jhon Duran, currently on loan at Fenerbahce from Al-Nassr.
Interest in Fofana and Auxerre pursuit
Auxerre have registered interest in 23-year-old forward David Datro Fofana, currently at Chelsea, as clubs across Europe continue to track young attacking talent.
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Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta agrees a contract with AC Milan, Fulham has a £20m offer for Joe Willock rejected by Newcastle, plus more.
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