Where will Lille star Jonathan David be playing in 2025? (Photo by Lukas Schulze/Getty Images)
Bayern Munich has entered the race for Lille Jonathan david as the Canadian forward will become a free agent at the end of the season.
The 24-year-old’s contract will expire at the end of the term with the French club and it is a situation that several of Europe’s biggest clubs have been keeping an eye on in recent months.
David attracted a lot of attention over the summer with Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham and West Ham all showing an interest in the Canada international, it was reported. the guardian. That interest is likely to continue in 2025, when the Lille striker becomes a free agent. Liverpool have also added the player to their roster.
according to Matteo MorettoPremier League clubs are expected to make a move for the 24-year-old next summer, but face competition from Serie A duo Inter Milan and Juventus, as well as Barcelona.
Bayern Munich have joined the hunt and are reportedly keeping a close eye on David’s situation in France Florian Plettenberg from Sky Germany. Sporting director of the Bundesliga club Max Eberl is said to like the player, while his close relationship with Canada teammate Alphonso Davies is said to increase the German club’s chances of landing the Lille star.
Bayern poses a serious threat to interests Chelsea and Man United, both Premier League clubs looking to add a striker to their ranks ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
Why is Lille’s Jonathan David attracting so much interest?
The big attraction for David ahead of the 2025 summer transfer window is the player’s free agent status. Clubs will get a quality goalscorer for nothing, which will help Premier League teams cooperate with profit and sustainability regulations.
The Canada international has been with Lille since 2020 and has been lethal in front of goal for the French side, producing 97 goals and 20 assists in 202 games. David’s time in France also saw him pick up a league medal as The Mastiffs shocked PSG to become champions in 2021.
The 24-year-old’s form has not dipped this season as the Canadian has scored 13 goals and provided two assists in 19 games for Lille.
This has kept his suitors excited and it will be interesting to see where David ends up ahead of the 2025/26 season.
