Report – Release Clause Demand Complicating Inter Milan & Napoli Pursuit Of Canada Star | OneFootball

Demands of a release clause have been a stumbling block for Inter Milan and Napoli in their pursuit of striker Jonathan David.

This according to Italian outlet FCInterNews.

It is certainly no secret that Inter Milan and Napoli are keen to sign striker Jonathan David this summer.

The Canadian international is available on a free transfer after his contract with Lille expires.

David has confirmed that he will be on his way after five seasons with the French club.

Inter Milan have already made their offer to David. They have put around €5-6 million net per season on the table in terms of wages.

That is not as high as the Canadian is hoping for. However, the Nerazzurri have made it clear that there offer is take-it-or-leave-it.

Meanwhile, Napoli are also set to rival Inter for David’s signature.

The Partenopei have recently met with the 25-year-old’s representatives to sound out a move.,

However, reports FCIN, there is one particular factor that is complicating both Serie A clubs’ efforts to sign David.

Release Clause Demand Complicates Inter & Napoli Pursuit Of Jonathan David

ISTANBUL, TURKEY – AUGUST 13: Jonathan David of Lille celebrates victory during the UEFA Champions League Third Qualifying Round match between Fenerbahce and Lille FC at Ulker Stadium on August 13, 2024 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

Apart from David’s wage demands and potential agent commissions and sign-on bonuses, there is an additional demand that the 25-year-old striker is making.

FCIN report that David wants a release clause in his deal with whichever club he joins.

Moreover, the outlet report, the Canadian does not want the outlet to be particularly high.

That is not something that either Inter or Napoli would want.

Nerazzurri President Beppe Marotta has historically shown an aversion to clauses like this, FCIN note.

Therefore, FCIN report, neither Inter nor Napoli are likely to agree to a low release clause.