Mateta Challenges Crystal Palace Contract with FIFA
Jean-Philippe Mateta has taken his contract dispute with Crystal Palace to FIFA, contesting the validity of the final year of his contract, which was extended in December 2024 to last until 2027. Mateta argues that the additional 12-month extension is not valid, despite being within the extension period.
An independent tribunal under Premier League rules has considered the dispute, but the contract remains binding. FIFA has stated that overturning the extension does not fall within its jurisdiction.
Neither Mateta nor Crystal Palace has made an official comment on the matter. Mateta's future is uncertain, with Tottenham Hotspur reportedly interested in acquiring him.
He played 63 minutes in Palace's Premier League opener against Everton, which ended in a 2-0 defeat. Mateta has been with Palace since January 2022, following a permanent transfer from Mainz.
His situation has become complicated after expressing a desire to leave in January, leading to a £35m valuation, but a transfer to AC Milan collapsed due to a failed medical.
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