The striker has been in imperious form since the beginning of last season and is attracting attention from across the league.
S FA Cup fifth round action has concluded. It kicked off with two thrilling derbies as Crystal Palace beat London rivals Millwall 3-1, and Preston shocked Burnley with a 3-0 win in
Within just six minutes of the two teams taking on one another in the FA Cup fifth-round tie, Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts attempted to clear a dangerous ball and simultaneously nailed Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta in the side of the head with his follow-through in what spiraled into a scary scene.
Jean-Philippe Mateta collided with Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts early in their FA Cup fifth-round clash at Selhurst Park on Saturday.
Jean-Philippe Mateta was stretchered off after a horror challenge from Liam Roberts on Saturday; Millwall goalkeeper was shown straight red card; Mateta was later discharged from hospital with 25 stitches in his ear;
Millwall goalkeeper Liam Roberts was sent-off for a horrific challenge on Jean-Philippe Mateta and plenty at Crystal Palace were shocked that the referee needed VAR to make his decision
Roberts' high boot caused lacerations to Jean-Philippe Mateta's ear after the pair came together to challenge for the ball during last Saturday's FA Cup fifth-round tie at Selhurst Park.