Juventus land their new Trezeguet | OneFootball

Jonathan David’s arrival at Juventus marks a clear statement of intent by the Bianconeri as they shift focus to building a more dynamic and disciplined forward line, according to reports from Gazzetta dello Sport, Tutto Juve, Bianconera News, and Corriere dello Sport.

David, 25, will touch down in Turin to complete his medical and sign a five-year contract worth an estimated €6 million per season plus bonuses. While he arrives on a free following his Lille exit, the move involves significant investment—commissions for his agents are reported to fall just above €15 million, with the total operation (including wages and bonuses) expected to exceed €40 million over the duration of his deal.

The Canadian forward was courted by several clubs but ultimately adjusted his financial demands to seal a move to Juventus, signaling a mutual commitment as the club seeks to overhaul its attack. David slots in as a key piece following Juve’s exit from the Club World Cup and ongoing uncertainty over Dusan Vlahovic’s future.

Those who have worked closely with David, such as ex-Lille coach Jocelyn Gourvennec, praise his on- and off-ball qualities, with Gourvennec noting to La Gazzetta dello Sport: “Jonathan is a gift for any manager. He’s balanced, professional, not prone to mood swings, and leads by example.” Comparisons with former Juventus striker David Trezeguet have become common, yet Gourvennec highlights that David is “much more mobile, can pull away from defenders, create space, and exploit depth,” while offering the “ice-cold finishing in the box” that made Trezeguet iconic.

David is lauded for his work rate and pressing—he is often the first to put defenders under pressure, wins space for teammates, and maintains a steady focus, attributes that should serve him well in Serie A’s defensively demanding environment. Former club insiders describe him as calm under pressure, injury-resistant, and consistently team-oriented—a “penalty box predator” as framed by French radio journalist Sylvain Charley.

Despite widespread optimism, some Italian observers remain measured. As former player-turned-analyst Stefano Impallomeni told TMW Radio, “David is a good striker, but he’s not Osimhen. I’m not sure if he’s going to be the one to change everything.” Others, like journalist Massimo Pavan, see the signing as a smart first step but urge the club to make further ambitious moves if it is to truly reassert itself at the summit of Italian and European football.

Nonetheless, David’s arrival is widely viewed within the club as the start of a targeted recruitment push. Juventus have also initiated talks for Jadon Sancho and are monitoring Victor Osimhen, with the market strategy aligning with Damien Comolli’s vision of a young, aggressive squad.

(Sources: Gazzetta dello Sport, Tutto Juve, Bianconera News, Corriere dello Sport, Spazio J, JNetwork24)

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