Juventus Set Sights on Jonathan David as Priority Striker Signing

The 25-year-old Canadian striker, who recently parted ways with Lille after his contract expired, has emerged as Juventus’ favored option. Talks between David’s representatives and Juventus sporting director Damien Comolli continued even during the club’s final days in the United States. While the competition is fierce, with clubs from Saudi Arabia and Turkey also expressing interest, David is reportedly determined to join Juventus and has instructed his agents to prioritize a deal with the Turin club.

Agreement Close but Not Finalized

Juventus and David have already settled on the player’s salary, an annual contract worth six million euros plus bonuses, but final details around signing-on fees and other costs are still being negotiated. With the player eager to resolve his future and enjoy a stress-free holiday, optimism remains high that the move can be wrapped up quickly.

Comolli sees David as a versatile forward who could either replace Vlahovic or play alongside him if the Serbian stays for the final year of his contract. Bringing in David soon would also give Juventus more leverage in their talks with Paris Saint-Germain about renewing the loan of Randal Kolo Muani, who is not part of Luis Enrique’s plans in Paris. The Canadian’s arrival could increase competition in the attacking department and strengthen Juventus’ bargaining position on multiple fronts.

Other Options: Osimhen Remains on the Radar

Despite the advanced talks with David, Juventus have not abandoned other targets. Victor Osimhen remains a dream signing. The Napoli striker had previously signaled his willingness to join Juventus, first under sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli and then with Comolli. However, Napoli’s demands of at least 75 million euros and strong interest from Premier League clubs and PSG make this a complex operation. For now, Osimhen is considered the most ambitious and probably most difficult option.

Departures on the Agenda

While working to bring in new firepower, Juventus are also planning an overhaul of their squad. The club’s attempts to offload Timothy Weah and Samuel Mbangula to Nottingham Forest fell through, but both wingers remain available on the market. Meanwhile, midfielder Douglas Luiz could also be on the move. During Juventus’ stay in Miami, Comolli met with the Brazilian’s representatives to explore options in England. Premier League clubs have already begun making enquiries.

In addition, Argentine winger Nico Gonzalez, who featured only sporadically in the Club World Cup, is expected to leave. Juventus hope to recoup most of the transfer fee they invested in him last summer. With departures and arrivals likely in the coming weeks, Comolli and head coach Igor Tudor have made it clear Juventus are determined to reshape the squad quickly to avoid repeating this year’s disappointments.

For the Bianconeri, securing Jonathan David would be a statement of intent and a major step towards building a more competitive attack for the 2025-26 campaign.