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Tottenham Hotspur is reportedly in advanced negotiations with Lille to sign Canadian forward Jonathan David. According to sources from Football Insider, the North London club has been in “daily contact” with the 24-year-old striker as they seek to bolster their attacking options for the upcoming season.
Lille president Olivier Létang has acknowledged the likelihood of David’s departure this summer, reportedly telling the player he can leave for around £20 million. However, Spurs face stiff competition for his signature, with interest also coming from Roma and fellow Premier League clubs Chelsea and West Ham.
Tottenham’s pursuit of Jonathan David comes amid a relatively quiet transfer window for the club, with no signings over the age of 18 so far. The team recently agreed on a deal to sign South Korean wonderkid Min-hyuk Yang, as confirmed by Football Insider on July 25.
David is a Potential Replacement for Harry Kane
Spurs are actively searching for a replacement for their former talismanic forward Harry Kane, who recently moved to Bayern Munich. Last season was disappointing for Tottenham’s strikers, with Heung-Min Son finishing as the club’s top scorer with 17 goals in all competitions, followed closely by Richarlison with 15.
Jonathan David’s impressive record at Lille makes him a strong candidate to fill the void left by Kane. He has scored 26 goals for Lille in each of the past two seasons, demonstrating a significant improvement over Spurs’ current attacking lineup.
The Canadian international also played a crucial role in his country’s Copa America campaign, scoring twice to help Canada reach the semi-finals before being knocked out by Lionel Messi’s Argentina.
Tottenham’s Transfer Strategy
Tottenham’s focus on signing Jonathan David aligns with their strategic approach in the current transfer window. With a need to strengthen their forward line, securing David’s services would provide Spurs with a proven goal scorer who can adapt to the rigours of the Premier League.
Additionally, the club’s commitment to investing in young talent is evident in their acquisition of Min-hyuk Yang, signalling a long-term vision for success.
