Chelsea unlikely to sign Ligue 1 star - Romano

Jacque Talbot

Updated: 22 Apr 2024 15:47 BST
3 min read

Lille striker Jonathan David could be one to watch in this summer’s transfer window - but it’s unlikely a move will happen for Chelsea, reports Fabrizio Romano.

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The Canada international is approaching the final year of his contract with his current club and it’s possible that he does leave in the summer window.

That’s according to transfer expert Romano, who revealed to CaughtOffside the state of play surrounding David.

There have been links between the forward and Chelsea and Napoli, but Romano played down the latest rumours, saying that it was nothing that he heard.

The Italian said: “Another Chelsea story that I wouldn’t read too much into at the moment involves links with Lille striker Jonathan David. I’m aware there has been speculation about the Canadian forward being on Chelsea’s radar, but also being of interest to Napoli as a potential replacement for Victor Osimhen.

“I have no confirmation about Napoli negotiations at this stage. Of course many clubs appreciate David so I’m sure he will be one to watch this summer with one year left on his contract, but Napoli have not decided their main target as striker yet. It’s the same for Chelsea – there is no concrete update on my side.”

Current ETV

Jonathan David

F (CRL)

Lille

Jonathan David

F (CRL)

Lille

ETV Range

€33.5M - €55.9M

How many goals has Jonathan David scored for Lille?

Chelsea have put their all into Nicolas Jackson this season but the attacker has come up short for the most part. It’s been an unconvincing inaugural term for the 22-year-old, but it’s not clear yet whether the Blues will consider pushing for another No.9 in the forthcoming summer transfer window.

David has been with Lille across four seasons, netting 82 goals in 178 games across all competitions. This season, the 24-year-old has scored 24 goals in 42 matches.