Newcastle United have made a move to sign Lille striker Jonathan David on a free transfer this summer, according to Chronicle Live.
The Magpies, along with Premier League rivals Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal and Aston Villa, are keen on the 25-year-old, who is in the final six months of his contract at Lille.
Newcastle’s representatives were reportedly present in the stands during Lille’s 2-1 Ligue 1 win over Nice on Friday to watch David in action, as his list of suitors across Europe continues to grow.
Despite his contract expiring soon, David is unlikely to leave Lille in January, with club president Olivier Letang himself ruling out his mid-season departure.
Newcastle Want Jonathan David
Chelsea and Man United also interested
According to Chronicle Live, David’s agent, Nikos Mavromaras, has indicated to sources close to the player that he is open to offers across Europe, with his stay at Lille set to end in less than six months.
Champions League qualification is thought to be a key factor for David, and Newcastle are in a strong position to achieve that, currently sitting fourth in the Premier League.
Eddie Howe is reportedly eager to secure a quality striker like David in the summer to provide additional support for top scorer Alexander Isak, who has registered 20 goal contributions in as many top-flight appearances this term.
David’s wage demands of around £120,000 per week are not expected to be an issue for Newcastle, although a bidding war could arise due to interest from multiple clubs.
The 25-year-old, labelled ‘one of the best strikers in the world’, has been in excellent form for Lille this season, and is currently joint top scorer in Ligue 1 with 11 goals in 18 appearances.
The Canadian international is also Lille’s leading scorer in the Champions League, having registered four goals and one assist in six games.
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Jonathan David’s Lille Stats (2024/25) |
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Games |
30 |
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Goals |
17 |
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Assists |
7 |
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Minutes per goal |
144 |
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Minutes played |
2,443 |
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Statistics courtesy of Fbref and Transfermarkt. Correct as of 21-01-25.
Newcastle United are reportedly making moves to sign “one of the best strikers in the world,” according to recent reports. The Premier League club is said to be eyeing a top-tier forward to bolster their attacking options and improve their chances of success in the upcoming season.
While the identity of the striker has not been revealed, speculation is rife about who Newcastle could be targeting. With the club’s new owners injecting significant funds into the team, the Magpies are looking to make a statement signing that could potentially elevate them to new heights in the league.
Fans are buzzing with excitement at the prospect of Newcastle landing a world-class striker, with many hoping that this could be the missing piece of the puzzle needed to propel the club to greater success. Stay tuned for further updates as the transfer window progresses and Newcastle’s pursuit of this top striker unfolds.
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