Third top scorer in LOSC history, Jonathan David was once again started this Sunday. He is quite simply one of the most reliable players, worthy of a machine.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, it is in Europe that Jonathan David (24 years old) has progressed year after year since his arrival at La Gantoise from Ottawa in January 2018. Two years later, he landed in Lille where he sharpens the counters. Author of 97 goals for Lille, 20 assists, he appeared for the 203rd time (15,284 minutes) with LOSC this Sunday, during the reception of Stade Rennais (1-0). But, 203, what does this number really represent?
It's simple, Jonathan David participated in
97,6% matches contested by LOSC in all competitions. He only missed 5 games out of the 208 played by the Mastiffs season after season. The Canadian not only has composure, he also has a praised physical condition and healthy lifestyle: “We no longer present it. It is very complete. He scores a lot but his pressing is essential. He was rewarded for the goal he scored. His efforts are commendable. He is one of the best strikers in our championship. A very great striker in Europe »repeated Aïssa Mandi, historic in the Algerian selection, at the beginning of November.
97 goals, another effort and Jonathan David will soon reach a hundred at LOSC, whose supporters measure every week the void he could leave at the end of the season if he were to not extend his adventure in Lille.
