According to multiple reports, FC Barcelona, Manchester United, and Arsenal are competing for Lyon forward, Jonathan David. In the 2025 summer transfer window, he will be available as a free agent. That is why all these clubs are interested in the player.
At this moment, the Canadian forward is one of the most in-demand players in Europe. It is being said that Newcastle United are also interested in the forward. The Magpies have some elite forwards in their team, which include Alexander Isak, Callum Wilson, and Joe Willock.
Last season, Isak scored 25 goals in all the competitions, but this season the Swede has started slowly. That is why they need a forward like David. On top of that, Alexander Isak is now injured. So they need a backup striker.
Soon, Jonathan David will be out of contract with Lille. So, clubs like Barcelona can proceed with a free transfer. Although they have a world-class forward like Robert Lewandoski, they need a backup for him.
Who is Jonathan David?
Jonathan David is a Canadian forward who currently plays for one of the prestigious French clubs called Losc Lille. His career took a turn when he was playing for a top-tier Belgian club called Gent FC. At that time, Lille bought him for €30m.
In the 2022-2023 season, he scored 24 goals in Ligue 1. And this season, Davids has scored 5 goals in 6 league games and 4 goals in 10 UEFA Champions League matches. This is a decent number for a modern-day striker. The 24-year-old forward has scored 29 goals for his country. So, he is a proven goalscorer.
The team, which is suffering from goal drought, should sign him because he will be a long-term solution for them.
Why does everyone need David?
Clubs like Manchester United and Arsenal have the same problem in their forward line. Either they have inexperienced forwards. Currently, Kai Havertz is playing as an Arsenal striker. It is not his preferred position. That is why they need a proper number nine like Jonathan David.
On the other hand, Rasmus Hojlund needs to score more goals to lift United from their recent misery. If Ten Hag gets another forward, they can employ a duel forward system. On top of that, David is a valuable asset for any team because he can get the best out of other players.
Besides scoring goals, he also provides assists to his teammates. Recently, he scored a goal against Champions League winner Real Madrid. This has attracted big clubs towards him. According to BarcaUniverasal, Barcelona can face stiff competition from United and Arsenal in the Davids transfer saga.
Possibility of the transfer
At this moment, Manchester United are in need of more firepower in the attacking line. Although they performed well against Porto, the upcoming games will be more difficult for them. That is why they need a player who can score match-winning goals.
This transfer might be a difficult one for the Red Devils. Now, all the world-class forwards want to play Champions League football. And Manchester United are not playing in the Champions League. So, this will be a huge blow for them.
On the other hand, Barcelona have a high possibility of sending the Canadian forward, but the obstacle might come from the player. Previously, David said that he wanted to experience the English Premier League.
The most suitable destination will be Arsenal. At this moment, they are one of the best teams in entire Europe, and they are playing in the UEFA Champions League. On top of that, the Gunners can offer a lucrative deal to Jonathan Davids.
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