Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta's move to AC Milan has been called off because of issues with his medical. But Palace are still set to sign Wolves forward Jorgen Strand Larsen in a £48m deal before Monday's 19:00 GMT transfer deadline. France forward Mateta, who has been nursing a knee issue, had an initial medical examination on Sunday followed by additional tests on Monday. Palace had been unwilling to let him go without having a replacement, but agreed a deal for Strand Larsen and granted Mateta permission to have an initial medical in London before flying to Milan. "Worst case, we sell Mateta and no-one comes in, then it's not a good window for Palace."

Source: BBC February 02, 2026 18:38 UTC