Didn't realise we were linked, last I heard Leeds were supposed to be getting him before Lille snapped him up. Sure he'll be moving somewhere for 80m in 2 seasons.
We should sign Lille's recruitment team.
by Santi » Mon Aug 10, 2020 8:54 pm
by yadunoe » Wed Aug 12, 2020 2:15 am
by Salibatelli » Wed Aug 12, 2020 7:54 am
by Zenith » Wed Aug 12, 2020 12:32 pm
by yadunoe » Fri Aug 14, 2020 7:09 am
Zenith wrote:Given that he has been brought in straight after Osimhen, another Pro League player who has hit the ground running after moving to a stronger league, it'll be interesting to see whether or not he's brought in as Osimhen's replacement.
Osimhen is a pure lone striker whereas David has continuously rotated between AM/CF and ST alongside other STs like Yaremchuk and Depoitre. David has close to no experience as lone striker, so it'll be interesting to see whether Lille expect him to adapt or if Galtier will change his system in order to accommodate him.
It's been since Owen and R9 since I've seen a teenager display such composure in front of goal:almost each and every goal of his involves finesse and precision, whether by dribbling around the keeper, heading the ball, or placing his shot, which he does excellently with both feet. David only really smashes the ball when he feels he has to, which isn't very often.
It's also worth mentioning he's more two-footed than Owen and R9 have ever been. Unlike those two, he's not a pure striker and has yet to be defined/moulded into a position. Whether or not he'll fulfill his potential will mostly be down to Lille as his general maturity and composure is incredible. He repeatedly insisted he wasn't interested in moving to Europe's biggest clubs yet, despite having had the chance to do so on several occasions. JD has a reputation of being a level-headed kid—and not just for his age.
by Ach » Tue Apr 27, 2021 9:36 pm
Premier League pair keen on Lille forward
Jonathan David is back on the radar of Manchester United and Arsenal, reports Fichajes.
The Lille forward saw a move to England mooted before he headed to France in 2020 and could end up in the Premier League 12 months after sealing that switch.
by Ach » Fri Dec 03, 2021 11:12 pm
Lille's Canada forward Jonathan David, 21, is on Arsenal's radar. The Gunners have been linked with Everton's England forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin but David - leading scorer in Ligue 1 - also fits the profile the Gunners are after. (London Evening Standard)
by Ach » Wed Dec 22, 2021 9:31 pm
The agent of Lille's Jonathan David has revealed that the striker will leave the club in 2022.
David, who is under contract at Stade Pierre Mauroy until 2025, has been linked with Arsenal and West Ham.
The 21-year-old's agent, Nick Mavromaras, has told Radio Canada: "For us, the goal is to finish the season in Lille, but it will be his last season there for several reasons. I think the Premier League is a good option for him.
"I think that he likes Spain a lot also because he likes the feeling of the ball and the very technical players. These two leagues are a big priority for him, but nothing is excluded."
by alexafc12 » Wed Dec 22, 2021 10:11 pm
by Santi » Fri Dec 24, 2021 1:47 am
by Ach » Thu Dec 30, 2021 11:08 pm
Arsenal have earmarked Real Sociedad and Sweden's Alexander Isak, 22, and Lille and Canada's Jonathan David, 21 as possible options to bolster their strike force. (The Athletic - subscription required)
by NovaGB » Mon Jan 03, 2022 8:39 pm