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AC Milan Pulls Out of Mateta Deal Amid Injury

2/3/2026

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Summary

Crystal Palace Pursues Larsen

AC Milan withdrew from the £30 million deal with Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta after initial tests identified a knee problem.
Crystal Palace is moving forward with a £48 million deal to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Jorgen Strand Larsen before the transfer deadline.
Nottingham Forest previously bid £35 million for Mateta, and manager Oliver Glasner warned of the tight timeline.

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Historical Context

The surge in player transfers during FIFA's 2018 World Cup, where clubs spent over €4 billion, reflects a broader trend in football economics. Premier League teams like Crystal Palace, which invested £30 million in players, illustrate the increasing financial stakes. The recent withdrawal of AC Milan from the Mateta deal highlights ongoing concerns about player fitness and investment risks in this evolving market.

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Crystal Palace Pursues Larsen

AC Milan withdrew from the £30 million deal with Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta after initial tests identified a knee problem.
Crystal Palace is moving forward with a £48 million deal to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Jorgen Strand Larsen before the transfer deadline.
Nottingham Forest previously bid £35 million for Mateta, and manager Oliver Glasner warned of the tight timeline.

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