Man Utd set to be snubbed by Jean-Philippe Mateta as Red Devils continue search for alternatives to 'top target' Liam Delap

Manchester United are set to be snubbed by Jean-Philippe Mateta as they seek an alternative for number one target Liam Delap.

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• Manchester United to be snubbed by Mateta
• Delap had been number one target
• Search for alternative continues

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Mateta had been a long-time target for United, who are keen to bolster their squad with a new striker this summer, report Mail Sport. The Frenchman is inclined to stay at Palace, though, as they prepare for their first-ever European campaign.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Delap had been the main target for United, with technical director Jason Wilcox disappointed to miss out on the player having held a relationship with him from the Manchester City academy. The England Under-21 international is set to sign for Chelsea instead.

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  United have also been offered PSG forward Goncalo Ramos. The 23-year-old fits the age profile the club are after and the report states it could be a deal worth keeping an eye on as the summer progresses.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER UNITED?

  United have already signed Matheus Cunha from Wolves and are set to follow that up by buying Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford. A new centre-forward is also a priority as Ruben Amorim faces a make-or-break campaign at the club.