Manchester United are continuing to assess their attacking options ahead of the winter transfer window, with a desire to provide greater competition for Benjamin Šeško. French forward Jean-Philippe Mateta of Crystal Palace is among the names attracting the attention of football director Jason Wilcox.
TEAMtalk has confirmed that Manchester United are monitoring the situation of Mateta, who has been seeking to leave Crystal Palace for nearly two years. His management has also been in contact with the English club as the winter transfer window approaches.
Manchester United have previously studied the possibility of signing the French striker, who has scored 62 goals in 203 matches with Crystal Palace, and Wilcox believes that his experience in the Premier League could make him a suitable option to strengthen the attack.
Manchester United's desire to sign a new striker comes as Cissé continues to suffer from injuries, currently sidelined due to a leg issue, while Mateta's contract with Crystal Palace expires next summer, which may prompt the club to make a decision regarding his future in January.
Meanwhile, Manchester United are studying the possibility of Joshua Zirkzee's departure in January, with interest in his services from clubs in Italy and England, including Crystal Palace. This may be linked to the club's plans to reorganize their attacking options.
