Press reports revealed the real reason behind the failure to complete AC Milan's deal with player Jean-Philippe Mateta, after medical examinations showed serious concerns regarding the condition of his knee.

The medical team at Milan realized that Mateta's knee was more fragile than initially thought in the preliminary assessments, which could potentially lead to recurring physical problems if the deal were completed.

According to the circulated information, the player has not been able to train regularly in the past period, raising doubts about his ability to withstand the pressure of matches and participate consistently.

Sources indicated that these medical concerns were the decisive factor in Milan's withdrawal from completing the deal, especially given the possibility that the player might struggle to play more than one match per week, which does not align with the team's requirements for the season.