Barcelona has set its sights on a prolific free-agent forward, but faces fierce competition from various European clubs.
As the summer transfer window arrives, a highly coveted forward has announced he is leaving LOSC Lille at the end of his contract, which has attracted interest from several top clubs.
The 24-year-old has been with the French team for five seasons and has 109 goals in 231 competitive games to his name.
He will reportedly be a free agent, which has sent clubs across Europe into a frenzy, including Barcelona, who see him as a good option for adding to their attack at almost no cost.
The player in question is Jonathan David, the Canadian international who is ideal with his varied skill set and goal-scoring potential.
According to Diario Sport, Barcelona is tracking David as they scout for prospects, especially considering Robert Lewandowski’s advancing age.
He can play across the front line, serving as a backup or even successor to Lewandowski, which suits Barcelona’s needs.
Moreover, being a free agent now is appealing for Barcelona, given their minimized Financial Fair Play difficulties.
Nevertheless, they will have to contend with other interested teams, as Napoli is said to be in pole position with West Ham also sniffing around.
Napoli’s advantageous position could affect Barcelona’s competition for David’s services; however, the Blaugrana have their trump card: they can offer David a path to prominence, especially after Lewandowski retires or leaves the club.
Ultimately, David’s choice will depend on where he feels he has the best chance to put his skills into action.
The negotiation period will test how far Barcelona is willing to push to make something happen while managing some sensitivity to financial fair play.
The next couple of weeks will be critical in making Madrid’s new mega star a blue and garnet star.
With David’s skill and adaptability at both spots on the field, he has a chance to become another mantle piece in the turn of Barcelona’s glorious history.
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