The mystery behind Milan’s failing move for Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta | OneFootball

The transfer of Jean-Philippe Mateta to AC Milan has descended into a mystery as the final hours of the window approach, with several hurdles threatening to collapse the deal.

The Rossoneri had already reached a total agreement with Crystal Palace over a transfer fee and settled personal terms with the French striker. However, the situation took a sudden turn over the weekend when initial medical tests highlighted potential issues with the player’s knee. Seeking absolute certainty before committing to the investment, Milan scheduled a second medical examination for today to fully assess the extent of the problem.

Beyond the physical concerns, the operation is facing complications off the pitch. According to TuttoMercatoweb, there are growing suspicions that the hold-up could involve agent commissions. It has emerged that Juventus had previously walked away from negotiations for Mateta after refusing to meet the steep commission demands put forward by the player’s entourage. These same financial demands are now believed to be bothering the Milan management, adding a layer of tension to an already delicate situation.

Despite the medical and financial clouds hanging over the San Siro negotiations, Juventus remain vigilant in the background. Gianluca Di Marzio reports that the Bianconeri are still interested in the striker and could look to exploit any definitive breakdown in talks between Milan and Crystal Palace. 

Kaustubh Pandey I GIFN