Arsenal are looking to sign a new striker in the next transfer window. They have made a good start to the season. However, they faced a setback against Bournemouth yesterday. The Gunners feel that they must sign a striker soon to compete with the big dogs of the Premier league.
Lille striker Jonathan David could be available for free next summer if he doesn’t sign an extension soon. The Canadian striker hasn’t decided about his future yet, but with so many clubs interested in him he might change his mind.
David is one of the hottest prospects in football right now. Him being available for free in the market will spark a lot of links and rumors for sure. Gabriel Jesus is not performing up to the expectations and the club will not mind replacing him with Jonathan David next year.
This news of him being available in the market has attracted clubs like flies to a candy. Italian giants Juventus and Spanish giants FC Barcelona are also keeping tabs on the young lad. If Arsenal intends to sign the Canadian, they must try and seal the personal terms as soon as possible.
Meanwhile Atletico Madrid, who were originally linked with him early in the year are no longer in the picture for his signature. He is a very versatile striker and is a perfect fit for Mikel Arteta.
Can Jonathan David be the missing piece of Arsenal puzzle?
The 23-year-old has scored eight goals in thirteen appearances so far this season. He scored the goal which secured Lille’s historic win against Real Madrid in the Champions league. David also scored a stunning hat-trick in Ligue-1 this season.
The Canadian has established himself as one of the most prolific goal scorers in Ligue-1. The 23-year-old scored 19 goals in just 34 appearances last season. He helped Lille win the league title against PSG beating all odds.
David has surreal pace and can make sudden in behind runs. He has the ability to hold the ball and link up with midfielders as well. Arsenal need a striker who is physical and not afraid to take on defenders. The 23-year-old with the correct guidance can easily fill in that role.
Jesus is struggling with form, and he is very limited in terms of output. Meanwhile, David is a proven goal scorer. He has a predator instinct in the box and knows how to make movements in the opposition area.
Barcelona is David’s “dream destination”
Barcelona have also emerged as the potential destination for Jonathan David. According to Matteo Moretto, the Canadian will not sign a contract renewal at Lille. He feels that he is ready for a new adventure in his career.
Lewandowski is aging and thus prompting the urgency to find his replacement. The club have decided to make a big signing next year to compete with archrivals Real Madrid who have signed Kylian Mbappe. The 23-year-old on a free transfer is an absolute no brainer for Barca.
The Canadian has scored 92 goals and 20 assists in 196 appearances for the French outfit. The Catalans will need to compete with the likes of AC Milan, Juventus and Arsenal to get the signature of Jonathan David.
David has revealed in the past that Barcelona is his “dream destination” after Lille. This could be a massive blow for Arsenal in case the Catalans swoop in for David. However, we have seen players from the French league struggle in foreign leagues.
The coming months will be crucial for Jonathan David and the clubs pursuing him. Whoever manages to seal personal terms quickly, will win the race for the Canadian striker.
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