Manchester United have one eye on the Europa League final in Bilbao, but the recruitment team is already plotting a major summer reshuffle.
A striker remains high on the list of priorities, especially with question marks over the long-term roles of Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund’s need for competition.
United have already added exciting prospect Enzo Kana-Biyik to their ranks and are deep in negotiations with Wolves over Matheus Cunha, who is admired by manager Ruben Amorim for his positional versatility.
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While Cunha excels in the No. 10 role and Kana-Biyik is one for the future, a ready-made No. 9 is still lacking in the current squad.
Names like Victor Osimhen and Liam Delap have dominated discussions, but neither deal appears straightforward due to price tags and varying levels of experience.
Now, in a potential turning point, one long-time United target has just publicly confirmed his departure from Lille, opening the door for a potential swoop.
Jonathan David, the prolific Canadian striker, penned an emotional goodbye message to Lille fans this week, stating: “I wanted to tell you myself that after many years at the club, it’s time for me to say goodbye.
“I’ve had five wonderful seasons here.
“I know it hasn’t always been easy but I hope that with my goals and my celebrations, I’ve managed to bring you some joy.
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“Notably the French championship and the League Champions trophy…”
David’s announcement immediately caught the attention of clubs across Europe, but Manchester United have long monitored his progress and may now have a free run at him.
With his contract up and no transfer fee required, the deal would represent superb value in comparison to the costly pursuits of Osimhen and Delap.
Jonathan David has a proven record in a top-five European league, and with his prime years still ahead of him, he offers the perfect blend of experience and upside.
Capable of leading the line or dropping slightly deeper, David’s tactical flexibility fits perfectly into Amorim’s system.
This opportunity mirrors last year’s sudden movement for Joshua Zirkzee, only this time there’s no release clause to negotiate—just a smart, straightforward signing waiting to be made.
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