Jean-Philippe Mateta says he is grateful for the failed medical when Milan attempted to sign him, stating that the knee problem was “more serious” than he had been told. He says the checks uncovered the exact issue, preventing the move from proceeding.
The reports connect the episode to Milan’s due diligence during the transfer process and Mateta’s comments that the findings clarified the true extent of his injury. The outlets agree that a failed medical blocked the deal with Milan, and that the diagnosis ultimately helped determine the correct medical situation.
One outlet also adds broader context, noting that after the setback Mateta remains involved in Crystal Palace and that his subsequent 2025-26 campaign includes European success. Overall, the sources converge on Mateta’s claim that the medical revealed a more serious knee condition than previously understood, while differing only on the amount of surrounding career detail included.
