( mungme168 )Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney believes Crystal Palace forward Jean-Philippe Mateta is the type of striker Arsenal need. mungmee168

    The 27-year-old joined the Eagles from Mainz in 2022 and after a dismal first season, has gradually shined, scoring 34 goals in the past two seasons, leading to reports that Manchester United have shown interest.

  ( mungmee168 )  While Arsenal are also in need of a new striker, Rooney sees Mateta as the type of striker the Gunners need.

    “Jean-Philippe Mateta is a big, strong lad who can score goals,” Rooney told BBC Sport. “Having watched a lot of Arsenal games in the Premier League, they’ve got a lot of balls in the box but nobody’s in there. I think he can help from that perspective.” ( mungme168 )