Newcastle eye Mateta as Isak replacement, Crystal Palace demands £40m!
Jean-Philippe Mateta transfer news, Newcastle United striker target, Crystal Palace asking price
EXCL | Newcastle have identified Jean-Philippe Mateta as a top target should Alexander Isak depart.
Crystal Palace have recently raised their price and now expect around £40m to let him go. pic.twitter.com/IQ2cBu3DaM
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— Rudy Galetti (@RudyGaletti) August 12, 2025
Newcastle United is making waves in the transfer market as they eye up Jean-Philippe Mateta as a potential replacement for Alexander Isak, should he depart. According to a tweet by Rudy Galetti, Crystal Palace has raised their asking price for Isak to around £40 million, which has prompted Newcastle to explore other options.
The news of Newcastle’s interest in Mateta comes as a surprise to many fans, as the French striker has been in fine form for Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga. Known for his physicality, aerial ability, and eye for goal, Mateta could be a valuable addition to Newcastle’s attacking lineup.
If Isak does end up leaving Crystal Palace for the rumored fee, Mateta could be the perfect replacement. His playing style is well-suited to the Premier League, and he could provide the goals that Newcastle will need to secure a higher finish in the table next season.
It remains to be seen how negotiations will progress between Newcastle, Crystal Palace, and Mateta’s current club, Mainz 05. However, if the deal goes through, it could be a game-changer for Newcastle’s upcoming season.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing transfer story. As the summer transfer window heats up, anything can happen in the world of football. Newcastle fans will be eagerly awaiting news on whether Mateta will be donning the black and white stripes next season.