Barcelona, Real Madrid, Arsenal competing to sign Ligue 1 striker in the summer

According to a report published by Fichajes, Barcelona are in a transfer tussle with Real Madrid and Arsenal for Lille superstar Jonathan David.

David has been in exceptional form all season, scoring 12 goals in 26 appearances. As an ambidextrous player who can play deeper as well, the Canadian is a very well-rounded striker, and, thus, is on the agenda of a lot of clubs across the continent.

Barcelona are on the lookout to improve their attack, with Erling Haaland the main priority. They have to be, however, prepared with alternatives if the transfer falls through.

Madrid, on the other hand, have Karim Benzema leading their line in exceptional form. The Frenchman is one of the best players in Europe this season and will likely continue in that role even if the club can sign Kylian Mbappe or even David.

Arsenal seems the likeliest of the destinations of the three. With Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang no longer at the club, and Alexandre Lacazette’s contract expiring this year, the Gunners have to look for a long-term replacement.

Real Sociedad’s Alexander Isak is said to be on their transfer list, but David, at 22, could be fit the bill just as well. Moreover, the Swedish international is said to be ‘dreams’ of a move to Barcelona.