Barcelona joined by Arsenal and Manchester United in free transfer pursuit of North America talent | OneFootball

Barcelona are currently facing competition from Arsenal and Manchester United for the signature of Lille forward Jonathan David, according to recent reports from Mundo Deportivo.

The Canadian striker has long been on Barcelona’s radar, but there is some internal debate about whether he is the right fit to replace Robert Lewandowski in the near future.

While David’s name is on the list of potential targets, the club is taking a cautious approach, closely monitoring his progress to see if he could be the ideal striker for their system.

Barcelona are not convinced

Although David has expressed his admiration for Barcelona in the past, his profile has divided opinions within the club.

Some see him as a dangerous and prolific forward, capable of thriving in spaces and using his pace effectively. However, there are concerns about how he would adapt to Barcelona’s style of play.

Arsenal and Manchester United have set their sights on Jonathan David. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

Known for their possession-based football, Barcelona tends to control games through their midfield, which could limit David’s opportunities to exploit the spaces he thrives in, especially against the tighter, more compact defences seen in La Liga.

Nothing advanced

Despite their interest, Barcelona have not yet opened any discussions with David or Lille about a potential transfer in the upcoming summer window.

This is significant, as the club is still assessing its options and has other priorities, including securing the future of Lewandowski.

There have been recent reports suggesting that Barcelona is looking to extend Lewandowski’s contract until 2026, which may impact the club’s pursuit of a new striker.

David’s current contract with Lille runs until the end of the season, and with growing interest from top clubs like Arsenal and Manchester United, Barcelona will need to act swiftly if they want to secure the player.

As things stand, the competition is heating up, and the Catalan club will need to decide soon whether to intensify their pursuit of the promising forward.