four European big names following in the footsteps of Jonathan David

Arriving for 27 million euros in Lille in the summer of 2020 to replace Victor Osimhen, Jonathan David has established himself for several seasons as a reference in Ligue 1. Winner of the championship for his first season with the Mastiffs with 13 goals and 5 offerings in 48 matches, he did better the following season with 19 goals in 48 matches in 2022, or even 26 goals and 4 assists in 40 matches after the 2023 financial year. A little more in difficulty last season, the Brooklyn native nevertheless knew how to pull himself together in order to emerge at the end of the season with his best individual record (26 goals and 9 assists in 47 matches ).

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In constant progress, Jonathan David seems to be reaching maturity at the age of 24 and has just had a great start to his year with the Mastiffs. More essential than ever on the attacking front since the arrival of Bruno Génésio, the Canadian has already scored 13 goals in 19 matches and has 2 assists. Impressive statistics which were taken care of at times during key moments such as against Real Madrid (1-0), during his double against Atlético de Madrid (3-1) or against Juventus (1-1) in Champions League.

Juventus in pole position

Under contract with LOSC until next June, Jonathan David knows that he will have a choice next summer, especially if he does not extend with the Mastiffs. “There have been a few offers, I have spoken with clubs and coaches. We decided to stay in Lille. Now anything can happen. I am in my last year of contract, we will see what happens next year (…) We are currently in discussions with the president for a possible extension. We'll see how it develops.”he also said at the beginning of September. If his contractual situation has not changed, demand has increased in the face of the Canadian's performance. Juventus is strongly insisting and could even try its luck in the winter. A price between 15 and 20 million euros being mentioned by the Italian press.

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It now remains to be seen what the Mastiffs' position is on losing a central element during the season or sitting on a nice compensation package. This Monday, Tuttosport says a little more about this issue. First of all, La Vecchia Signora is not alone in the matter since Manchester United, Liverpool and Inter Milan are following him closely. In addition, sports director Cristiano Giuntoli has appreciated him for a long time. Already on the spot when he was in Naples, the leader of Juventus wants to rely on his good relations with Lille, he who participated in the transfer of Victor Osimhen to Napoli and that of Timothy Weah to Juventus. Enough to give the Bianconeri a head start.