Spurs: Jonathan David remains a “top target”
The Canadian international could follow Alejo Veliz in strengthening Tottenham’s forward line
Tottenham Hotspur are believed to be lining up a move for Lille striker Jonathan David in the event of Harry Kane’s departure from the Lilywhites, with the Canadian international having caught the eye following his standout form in France in recent years.
How much would Jonathan David cost?
According to journalist Rudy Galetti, the Lilywhites are said to have identified the 23-year-old as a leading candidate to replace Kane this summer, with the former Gent striker set to command a fee of around €60m (£51m) if he is to leave the Ligue 1 outfit before the September deadline.
Writing on Twitter, the transfer insider revealed: “#Tottenham, Jonathan #David remains a top target to replace Harry #Kane in the event of his farewell: everything confirmed. #Lille ask for ~€50/60m to evaluate proposals for the [Canadia] striker. Evolving situation.”
The New York-born marksman – who has been valued at €50m (£43m) by CIES Football Observatory – has just two years left on his current deal, having originally made the move to Lille back in the summer of 2020.
How good is Jonathan David?
The north Londoners have already taken one step toward attempting to fill the shoes of Kane, with Ange Postecoglou and co believed to be closing in on a deal for Rosario Central sensation, Alejo Veliz, following the 19-year-old’s standout displays in his native Argentina.