According to a Dutch media Voetbal Krant, manchester united and Chelsea I want to start talks with Lille about the transfer of Canadian forward Jonathan David.
David has been linked with a move to the first division since winning the Ligue 1 title in 2021. A deal has not materialized so far, but there is fresh speculation that Chelsea and Man United are interested in signing him this summer.
Voetbal Krant They say the Premier League duo want to start talks as soon as possible for the striker. Lille are seeking at least £51m for David but he is claimed to be valued at around £43m.
His former club Gent is hoping that one of the clubs will pay the sum. The Belgian team will receive £4.2m guaranteed for his departure and will also get an additional percentage on the resale value.
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The 24-year-old has been a consistent performer for Lille in the French top flight. He scored 26 goals and 4 assists last season and has continued his good form this campaign with 13 goals and 6 assists so far.
With his contract expiring in June 2025, David is very likely to leave during the next transfer window unless he is willing to commit his future to Lille by signing a new long-term contract.
Chelsea are currently on the hunt for a quality striker who can compete with Nicolas Jackson. Napoli's Victor Osimhen is among their top targets but it could prove difficult to agree a deal in the summer.
With their concerns about Financial Fair Play, they may not be able to activate their £111 million release clause, while Osimhen could also be reluctant to join a club without Champions League football.
David could be considered as an alternative. The same could be the case for United. Rasmus Hojlund He has established himself as the main forward but also a technician Erik ten Hag You will want competition.
United could bet on David, who still has room for improvement at his age. The Canadian could be seen as a replacement for Anthony Martial, whose contract expires at the end of June.
