Jonathan David Makes History in Ligue 1 As European Giants Chase Canadian Star

Jonathan David Makes History in Ligue 1 As European Giants Chase Canadian Star

Byron Pillay
April 21, 2023 at 5:13 PM
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  • Canada's Jonathan David has made history in Ligue 1 thanks to his goal-scoring form
  • Numerous European giants are monitoring David's situation ahead of a possible move
  • LOSC Lille star David admitted that he was a massive admirer of Barcelona growing up

Jonathan David is making everyone sit up and take notice.

The Canadian attacker is enjoying a stellar season in France, and Europe's big sides are monitoring the LOSC Lille star.

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Canada's Jonathan David has made history in Ligue 1 thanks to his 20-goal haul for Lille. Image: Christophe Saidi/ Franco Arland
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23-year-old David recently made history as he became the first North American player to score 20 goals in a Ligue 1 season. As noted by Transfermarkt, Davis has scored 20 goals and notched up four assists in 30 games this season in the French league.

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With David being in blistering form this season, it's no surprise that he's been linked with many sides. As noted by SportsMole, David has been mentioned as a possible target for Bayern Munich.

The Germain side are looking for a lethal striker to replace Robert Lewandowski, as they have failed to replicate their success when the Polish captain was a part of the team. Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting has stepped up this season, but his numbers are nowhere near Lewandowski's tally.

Premier League interest in David

The Mirror reported that both Arsenal and Manchester United are also considering moving for the talented Canadian. The concern among the English sides is that David has admitted in the past that he was a huge fan of Barcelona growing up.

La Liga and David?

While Barcelona are yet to express interest in the Lille frontman, their La Liga rivals are keen. The Real Champs reported that the Spanish champions are interested in the in-form striker.

David scores 20th against Montpellier

Lille scored twice in two minutes late in the second half as they fought back recently for a 2-1 home victory over Montpellier.

The victory lifted Lille back to fifth, the last European place, in Ligue 1.

Canada’s Jonathan David got onto the scoresheet to notch up his 20th goal of the season.

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Byron Pillay
Byron Pillay is a sports writer and Head of the Department at Sports Brief (joined in 2022) with over 10 years of experience in community journalism and a degree in journalism from Caxton's Cadet School.
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