Manchester United is reportedly among several Premier League clubs interested in signing Lille’s highly-rated striker Jonathan David during the summer transfer window.
Erik ten Hag’s squad is expected to enhance their offensive lineup this summer, as they scored the fewest goals among the top seven Premier League teams last season. The Red Devils managed to net 57 goals in the 2023-24 league campaign, one less than Brentford, who finished in 16th place, and nearly 30 fewer than Newcastle United, who placed just above them.
Last season, only two players in the Premier League reached double figures in goals for United. Their sixth-highest goalscorer was Kobbie Mainoo, who scored just three goals. This highlights the need for Ten Hag’s team to sign a striker this summer, especially with the imminent departure of Anthony Martial, whose contract is about to expire.
Manchester United is reportedly planning a summer move for Jonathan David. According to HITC, the club has identified the Lille striker as a potential partner for Rasmus Hojlund in the attack next season. However, the report also mentions that United will face stiff competition from other Premier League clubs, including West Ham United, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur, who are all monitoring the Canadian international.
Chelsea is currently in the market for a new striker after Nicolas Jackson’s inconsistent first season at Stamford Bridge. Meanwhile, Spurs have yet to secure a long-term replacement for Harry Kane, who transferred to Bayern Munich at the start of last season.
Jonathan David has been linked with a move to England before and has expressed a desire to play in the Premier League, despite interest from clubs in Italy, Germany, and Spain. Reports suggest that David could finally make his move this summer, with a potential transfer fee of as little as £25 million.