Crystal Palace are concerned amidst the latest developments regarding the future of a Tottenham Hotspur target.
With just over a month until the January transfer window opens, the speculation regarding the Lilywhites’ targets has gone into hyperdrive over recent weeks.
According to reports, Tottenham are prepared to back Thomas Frank with big funds in January, with the club eyeing reinforcements in several areas.
It has now emerged that a Premier League striker, whom Spurs failed with a late approach for in the summer, could be on the market.
Crystal Palace are concerned about Tottenham target Jean-Philippe Mateta
Football Insider have now said that Crystal Palace have been unsuccessful in their attempts to tie Jean-Philippe Mateta to a new contract.
This is because Mateta is not happy with the salary being offered by the Eagles, and also has ambitions to play in the Champions League in the future.
This has come as a ‘huge worry’ for Palace, who are concerned that the Tottenham Hotspur target may decide to push for a move away even if they increase their wage offer.
The outlet says that the Lilywhites are continuing to keep tabs on the 27-year-old striker ahead of the January window.
Spurs will face plenty of competition for Mateta
Football Insider claim Thomas Frank is keen on bolstering his attacking options and may jump at the chance to add the France international to his squad.
However, Mateta has many admirers, with Palace expecting a lot of queue of clubs, including several Premier League sides, to line up for the striker if he becomes available.
The publication adds that there may also be interest from Serie A clubs, with the centre-forward keen on making a move to Italy at some point in his career.