Crystal Palace weigh Mateta future amid interest
Middlesbrough are not pursuing Crystal Palace midfielder David Ozoh. The 21-year-old, contracted until 2027 and back from a Derby loan, is not on Boro’s final shortlist despite midfield needs.
One year on from Jo Potter’s appointment, Palace Women earned WSL promotion after a late surge, with Potter winning a December manager award.
Forest, Palace and Everton are competing for ex-Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun as options are assessed for the new season.
Palace right-back Daniel Muñoz scored via a deflection as Colombia beat DR Congo to reach the World Cup last 32. Lionel Mpasi made several saves, while two Luis Díaz goals were ruled out.
Jean-Philippe Mateta, with a year left on his deal, wants a Champions League move. Barcelona and Manchester United are monitoring. Palace would like to extend, but €25m could secure him.
Palace and Everton pursue Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney. Boro want over £16m, talks with Everton continue, and the player is said to prefer Merseyside. His deal runs to 2027.
