Diego Simeone wants the Lille version of Jonathan David

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·4 September 2026

Ahead of the next league round, Diego Simeone outlined what he expects from new signing Jonathan David.

According to L'Équipe, the Atlético Madrid coach said the team need the version of David seen at Lille.

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The Canada international striker has joined on loan, with Juventus sending him to Atlético Madrid.

Simeone made his comments in the build-up to facing Athletic.

No further details on his role were provided.

Source: L'Équipe

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