A new report from The Athletic reveals Crystal Palace striker Mikel Mikel Mata's current contract extension woes and his outlook on future prospects. The Olympic performer has not only won the praise of many fans, but has also attracted the attention of many clubs at home and abroad. However, contract extension talks with Crystal Palace have reached a stalemate.
According to reports, Mateta's contract extension talks with Crystal Palace have been going on for some time, but the two sides have failed to reach an agreement so far. Due to the large differences, Mata has chosen to temporarily withdraw from the negotiations in order to seek a better solution. Meanwhile, a number of clubs have expressed initial interest in bringing in Mata, making his future full of uncertainty.
Despite having two years left on his contract with Crystal Palace and the club having the option of a one-year extension, Mata is not in a dominant position in the negotiations. However, considering Mata's contribution to Crystal Palace's rise in the Premier League under Glasner last season and his current good competitive form, it is hard to imagine Crystal Palace letting the important striker go easily this summer.
For Mateta personally, his ambition and competitive pursuits will also have a positive impact on Crystal Palace in the short term. With the retirement of French national team center forward Olivier Giroud, Mattera is eager to represent the French adult team in the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches, particularly the key fixtures against Italy and Belgium. His impressive performances at the Olympics have already earned him a lot of support, which certainly increases the likelihood of him being selected for the national team.
