Crystal Palace eyes Juventus striker Jonathan David, sparking possible Mateta swap

Crystal Palace have reportedly signalled interest in Juventus attacker Jonathan David, potentially paving the way for a swap that would see Jean-Philippe Mateta move the other direction before the transfer deadline. Mateta declined a contract extension past 2027, leading Palace to reduce his asking price from €35 million to €25 million, which aligns with Juventus’s €25 million valuation of David. Juventus, still looking to bolster its striking options after acquiring Randal Kolo Muani for €38 million plus add-ons, remain open to adding another centre-forward.

Coach Luciano Spalletti’s recent criticism of Muani underscores the club’s desire for a traditional No.9. In addition to the Mateta-David swap, Juventus are said to be monitoring Atletico Madrid’s Alexander Sorloth and Manchester United’s Josha Zirkzee. The negotiations are expected to intensify in the final week of the summer window.