Juventus and Inter Milan are gearing up for a potential transfer tussle over Lille striker Jonathan David, whose contract with the French club is set to expire at the end of the season. The Canadian international has been on Juventus’ radar for over 14 months, with the club’s sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli showing keen interest in the player.
Sportitalia journalist Alfredo Pedulla reports how David has rejected recent contract renewal offers from Lille, leading to a strained relationship between the player and the club. This situation has put several top European clubs on alert, with Juventus and Inter Milan emerging as frontrunners for his signature.
Giuntoli’s interest in David dates back to his time at Napoli, where he considered the striker as a potential replacement for Victor Osimhen. Since joining Juventus, Giuntoli has maintained his interest in David, even making inquiries about the player’s availability during the summer when there were rumors of Dusan Vlahovic potentially leaving for Paris Saint-Germain.
Inter Milan have also been monitoring David’s situation closely. The club held a meeting with the player’s agent in April, although any move would likely depend on the potential departure of Marcus Thuram, who is currently considered indispensable by the Nerazzurri.
The competition for David’s signature extends beyond Italy, with several Premier League clubs also expressing interest. His potential availability on a free transfer next summer makes him an even more attractive prospect for top clubs looking to bolster their attacking options.
While it’s still early in the season, the race for Jonathan David’s signature is already heating up. Juventus appear to be in a strong position, given Giuntoli’s long-standing interest, but Inter Milan’s involvement adds an intriguing dimension to the transfer saga.
