GERMANS RB Leipzig may make a shock move for Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta.
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose is a big fan of the Frenchman, 26, and worked with him during his last spell in the Bundesliga with Mainz.
Jean-Philippe Mateta has been in pre-season action for the Eagles
Now RB Leipzig, who normally go for young talent, could stump up around £12million for the hitman, who cost Palace £8m from Mainz 18 months ago.
Italians Genoa have also made an offer of a loan fee before buying if the Serie A new-boys stay up.
That could be worth £10m but is not guaranteed.
Eagles boss Roy Hodgson is keen to improve his forward line but the Londoners need to raise cash if they want new faces.
Mateta scored just two goals in 29 Premier League appearances last season.
His goals came in wins against Aston Villa and Leicester.
He has netted 10 times in 67 total appearances for the Eagles.
The former France Under-21 international was more prolific during his Bundesliga stint.
Mateta scored 24 goals in 67 outings in the German top flight.
Hodgson also has a dilemma looming with keeper Vicente Guaita wanted back in Spain by Getafe — as we revealed.
Palace may let Guaita go but they would need to replace the 36-year-old and find cover for No 1 Sam Johnstone.
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