Juventus schedule new round of talks for free agent Jonathan David | OneFootball

Juventus are set to hold a new round of talks for free agent Jonathan David, despite concerns over the player’s potential signing-on bonus.

Juventus remain keen on wrapping up a deal for Canada international David, who is available as a free agent after netting 109 goals from 232 appearances in all competitions across a five-year spell with Lille in Ligue 1.

David is a player the Bianconeri have been targeting since the summer of 2023, originally identified by the recently-departed sporting director, Cristiano Giuntoli. The Old Lady remains keen following the executive’s departure.

ISTANBUL, TURKEY – AUGUST 13: Jonathan David of Lille celebrates victory during the UEFA Champions League Third Qualifying Round match between Fenerbahce and Lille FC at Ulker Stadium on August 13, 2024 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

Juventus prepare new talks for free agent David

Later this week, there will be a new round of talks between Juventus and David’s representatives, Football Italia understands.

There have already been a series of meetings to discuss a move to Turin this summer, but there has not yet been any agreement reached over personal terms for the 25-year-old centre-forward.

Juventus are seeking a discount on the €10m bonus that David is seeking. The signing bonus is more of a concern for the Bianconeri than the €6m-€7m per-season salary that the player has requested.

Jonathan David of Lille celebrates after scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League league phase match between Lille OSC and Juventus FC, in Lille, France, 05 November 2024. EPA-EFE/CHRISTOPHE PETIT TESSON

Juve are not the only side interested in a deal for David this summer though, as both Napoli and Inter have also explored moves, as well as Fenerbahce and a number of clubs in the Middle East.

The player’s preference is to remain in Europe as things stand, though.