Tonight’s match at the Pierre Mauroy stadium will be no ordinary game for Lille’s star striker, Jonathan David. He’ll be facing Juventus, a team that could very well be his future, given the strong interest shown by Cristiano Giuntoli in recent weeks. The Old Lady are keen on signing the Canadian forward on a free transfer and is prepared to make a significant financial commitment, with talks of a signing bonus of around 10 million euros.
Calciomercaro report how David’s numbers this season have been impressive. In the Champions League, he’s scored 3 goals in 3 appearances, finding the net against both Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid. In Ligue 1, he’s notched 7 goals in 10 matches. These statistics are hardly surprising, as David has been consistently scoring for at least a couple of seasons. He’s versatile, scoring with his head, right foot, left foot, and from the penalty spot. This comprehensive skill set has already sparked interest in the transfer market, especially after his decision not to renew his contract with Lille, which expires next July.
Juventus have already made concrete moves for David, with Giuntoli in contact with the agency representing the 2000-born striker. The Bianconeri sporting director sees the Canadian as an ideal reinforcement for Thiago Motta’s attack, with or without Vlahovic. Tonight’s match could provide an opportunity to further discussions.
While David is open to joining Juventus, he harbors a dream of playing in the Premier League. Chelsea had already shown interest last summer and remains the most formidable rival in the race for the Canadian international’s signature. This Premier League ambition could pose a challenge for Juventus in their pursuit of the talented forward.
