Amina UmarWest Ham United are considering opening talks with Lille striker Jonathan David in a potential £30 million deal, sources have revealed to GiveMeSport.
The Canada international has impressed at the Copa America, leading his country to the semi-finals, and West Ham are among five Premier League clubs tracking him.David’s contract with Lille expires next summer, and the French club may be willing to sell to avoid losing him on a free transfer. West Ham see him as a key target to provide competition for Michail Antonio, and his stats compare favorably to Antonio’s.
The Hammers have already signed Max Kilman and Luis Guilherme this summer, but manager Julen Lopetegui wants to add more firepower to his squad. Kelechi Iheanacho, Jhon Duran, Youssef En-Nesyri, and Simon Banza are also on West Ham’s radar, but David is the priority target.West Ham’s technical director, Tim Steidten, will lead the negotiations, and the club is willing to pay around £30 million for David’s services.
The signing would be a significant coup for West Ham, who are looking to improve on last season’s mid-table finish.David’s impressive record at Lille, where he has scored 84 goals in 183 appearances, has attracted attention from top clubs across Europe. However, West Ham’s interest is serious, and they are willing to move quickly to secure his signature.The potential signing of David would be a statement of intent from West Ham, who are looking to challenge for European spots this season.
With their new signings and a strong squad, the Hammers are confident of making a push for the top six.In other news, Manchester United are in talks to sell Jadon Sancho, while Liverpool are interested in Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Joao Gomes. The summer transfer window is heating up, and West Ham’s pursuit of Jonathan David is one to watch.
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