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Jonathan David Will Not Force Juventus Exit, Aims to Prove Himself

August 4, 2026Diego Herrera2 мин

Despite widespread speculation surrounding the future of Canadian striker Jonathan David at Juventus, particularly after a challenging inaugural season in Turin, GIFN has learned exclusively that the forward has no intention of forcing a departure. David is reportedly eager to continue working under coach Luciano Spalletti for another season.

Juventus is reportedly planning a significant overhaul of their attacking lineup. This comes as they've secured the return of Kolo Muani from PSG on a loan deal that includes an obligation to buy for over €45 million. Additionally, they are keeping a close eye on former Bologna star Joshua Zirkzee, whose playing time at Manchester United has been limited.

Following a disappointing first season with Juventus, during which the 26-year-old striker managed only 6 goals and 4 assists in 35 appearances in Italy's top flight, the club might have been considering offloading the Canadian international after just one year.

Currently, the "Old Lady" has not received any firm offers for David, despite some initial inquiries. However, it is understood that David is committed to staying and believes he has more to demonstrate at Juventus. He would, however, consider leaving if Juventus receives and accepts a bid from a club that is mutually agreeable to all parties involved.

English Translation:

While numerous rumors are circulating regarding the future of Canadian forward Jonathan David in Turin following his disappointing debut season with the Bianconeri since arriving as a free agent from Ligue 1 outfit Lille, GIFN can exclusively reveal that the Brampton-born forward will not force an exit from Juventus as he wishes to remain under coach Luciano Spalletti for an additional season.

As it stands, the Turin giants are set to revamp their front-line, having secured the return of Kolo Muani from PSG on a loan with an obligation to buy worth over €45m, as well as keeping former Bologna star-forward Joshua Zirkzee within their sights after the Dutchman's lack of playing time since joining Manchester United.

Following Jonathan David’s dreadful first season with Juventus, in which the 26-year-old marksman only tallied 6 goals and 4 assists in 35 games played within the Italian top-flight league, the Bianconeri would be prepared to offload the Canadian international after only one season.

As it stands, the Old Lady has not received any concrete offers for David from potential suitors despite a few inquiries. It is understood that David does not intend to force a Bianconeri exit as the former Lille talisman still feels he has much more to prove at Juventus, but would part ways with his current club if the Italian giants accept a bid from a club that suits all parties involved.