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North American forward keeps options open amid Tottenham links

By Aiden Ramirez

Tottenham Hotspur's €64.3 million signing of Dominic Solanke made waves this summer, but a North American striker was also a key target.
Tottenham Hotspur's €64.3 million signing of Dominic Solanke made waves this summer, but a North American striker was also a key target. / Bill Barrett/ISI Photos/USSF/GettyImages
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Tottenham Hotspur grabbed the spotlight this summer with their record-breaking purchase of Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth for €64.3 million. This hefty deal not only set a new club record but also signalled a big shift in Tottenham’s plans to boost their attack. But Solanke wasn’t the only striker they had their eye on; Lille’s Jonathan David was also high on their list.

Jonathan David, the Canadian forward who has been a prolific figure for Lille, was on Tottenham’s radar throughout the summer. David, who is currently in the final year of his contract with the French club, had been linked with a move to Spurs in previous transfer windows. This summer, despite his ongoing contract negotiations with Lille, Tottenham opted to pursue Solanke instead.

David’s impressive form last season, where he scored 26 goals and provided 9 assists in 47 appearances, made him a sought-after player among Premier League clubs. His goal-scoring prowess and speed caught the attention of Tottenham, as well as other top-flight teams like West Ham, Manchester United, and Chelsea. Despite the strong interest, Tottenham ultimately decided to invest in Solanke.

North American forward keeps options open amid Tottenham links

David has shown he’s open to various options, including a potential move to the Premier League. He’s ready to consider opportunities beyond Lille, which means Tottenham or other Premier League teams might revisit their interest in him in future transfer windows. David told The Athletic (h/t Sky Sports):

"Right now, we’re speaking with (Lille president) Olivier Letang about a possible extension. We’ll see how that goes. I’m open to anything. I think obviously the Premier League is regarded as one of the best leagues in the world. And for me, it’s not the Premier League or bust. I’m open to anything and every league has its challenges."

Lille had been prepared to sell David for around £25 million, a reduced fee due to his expiring contract. Aston Villa also made an attempt to sign him, but the deal fell through.

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