Football News Update: Jonathan David at the Center of Premier League Transfer Battle
Canadian striker Jonathan David is the subject of intense interest from several Premier League clubs, including Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham, and West Ham, as they search for attacking reinforcements.
David, who is currently representing Canada at the Copa América, has less than 12 months remaining on his contract with Lille and is not expected to sign an extension. The French club is likely to cash in on the forward, who is keen on a move to the Premier League, and he could be available for as little as £20 million.
Chelsea’s Interest in Jonathan David
Chelsea’s co-sporting directors, Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart, are well aware of David’s qualities and have been following him for some time. Winstanley was previously interested in bringing the striker to Brighton.
Tottenham and West Ham in the Mix
Tottenham are also said to be keen on adding more variety to their attack, with their recruitment team admiring David’s abilities. West Ham, on the other hand, are looking to freshen up their forward line, with manager Julen Lopetegui needing alternatives to Michail Antonio and Danny Ings.
Manchester United’s Potential Interest
Manchester United’s interest in David is likely to depend on whether they pursue a move for Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee. It’s understood that a potential stumbling block for West Ham could be David’s wage demands, which would make him their highest-paid player.
Other Transfer News
In other transfer news:
- Everton are close to signing Iliman Ndiaye from Marseille in a £17 million deal.
- West Ham are expected to bid again for Wolves center-back Maximilian Kilman after their initial offer of £30 million plus add-ons was rejected.
- West Ham are also tracking Watford midfielder Ismaël Koné, who could cost £15 million, but they face heavy competition from Marseille, who are set to be managed by Roberto De Zerbi, who wants Koné as one of his first signings.
- Ipswich Town are set to bolster their defensive options by signing Ben Johnson on a free transfer from West Ham. The versatile full-back has agreed to a four-year deal with the newly promoted Premier League side.
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