Transfer interest is building around Jean-Philippe Mateta, with Aston Villa understood to be weighing-up a move for the Crystal Palace forward. While there has been no official bid as yet, the club may act swiftly if they decide to pursue the deal before the transfer window slams shut. While Aston Villa and Crystal Palace continue talks, no breakthrough has been reported. Leeds, Tottenham and Newcastle reportedly may still have an interest, but currently the focus is on getting this deal across the line. In season 25/26, Aston Villa are only scoring 0.86 goals per game (6 in 7), below the Premier League average. Jean-Philippe Mateta would be brought in to give them more bite in the final third. Crystal Palace continue to be linked with Strahinja Pavlovic, Manor Solomon and Igor while Aston Villa are also rumoured to be tracking Dani Vivian, Kobbie Mainoo and Harvey Elliott. Can't get enough Aston Villa transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for the latest transfer news as it happens.