5 Facts About Jonathan David, the Most Expensive Footballer in Canada Who is Currently Targeted by Inter Milan

Kapanlagi.com - The name Jonathan David has once again captured the attention of the European public after exciting news came from Inter Milan, which is ready to offer a long-term contract until 2030. This talented striker from Canada has indeed shown impressive performance with Lille in Ligue 1 France since joining in 2020. His career has skyrocketed, making him one of the most promising young strikers in Europe.

Born in Brooklyn, United States, and raised in Canada, David not only makes his country proud on the international stage but also makes history as the most expensive Canadian player when Lille signed him for a fee of 30 million euros. Now, at the age of 25, he is ready to embark on an exciting new chapter in Italy with Inter Milan.

With consistent goal contributions both in Ligue 1 and European competitions, it is no surprise that David is a target for many top clubs. Inter Milan has even established intensive communication with his agent and is preparing a salary offer of 5 million euros per season. “The contract value offered is 5 million euros per season. The duration of the contract prepared by Inter will bind David until 2030,” wrote Bola.net.

1. The Most Expensive Canadian Player in History

Jonathan David officially became the most expensive player from Canada when he joined Lille from KAA Gent in August 2020. His transfer fee reached €30 million or around Rp519 billion, surpassing the previous record for other Canadian players.

This transfer not only broke national records but also demonstrated how great David's potential is in the eyes of major European clubs. Lille was willing to spend a large amount because they believed in his quality as a goal scorer.

David met those expectations by leading Lille to the Ligue 1 title in his debut season. He scored 13 goals, including a crucial goal against PSG in an away match, which became Lille's first victory at Parc des Princes since 1996.

2. Early Career in Canada and Belgium

Born in Brooklyn but raised in Ottawa, David started his football career at local clubs such as Gloucester Dragons and Ottawa Internationals. He was known for his speed, football intelligence, and goal-scoring instincts from a young age.

In 2018, David signed his first professional contract with Gent, a club from Belgium. His debut was impressive, scoring a last-minute equalizer against Zulte Waregem.

Just a few days later, he scored the winning goal in the Europa League and then netted a brace against Waasland-Beveren. His consistent performance led Gent to extend his contract twice before he was eventually sold to Lille for a fantastic price.

3. Success in Bringing Lille to Ligue 1 Champion and Shining in the Champions League

The move to Lille proved to be the right decision for David. In his debut season, he helped the club win the Ligue 1 and the Trophée des Champions. One of his best moments was scoring the winning goal against PSG in 2021.

He also became a key player for Lille in European competitions. On November 2, 2021, David scored his first goal in the Champions League in a victory against Sevilla. In the 2022–2023 season, he scored 24 goals in Ligue 1, second only to Mbappé and Lacazette.

His extraordinary performances continued as he managed to score the decisive goal against Real Madrid and held Juventus to a draw in the Champions League. At just 25 years old, David has already been involved in many significant moments in European football.

4. Canada National Team Goal Machine

With the Canada national team, David has scored 32 goals in 61 appearances as of March 2025, according to Transfermarkt. He is one of the most prolific strikers in the history of the Canada national team.

His debut with the senior team occurred in September 2018, and since then he has regularly scored in regional competitions such as the Gold Cup and CONCACAF Nations League. In 2021, he became a key player as Canada qualified for the 2022 World Cup.

His ability to play in various offensive positions—from center forward to second striker—makes him flexible and highly reliable. It is no surprise that his name is almost always included in Canada's starting XI for important matches.

5. Seriously Targeted by Inter Milan

After success in France and Europe, Jonathan David has now become a serious target for Inter Milan. The Serie A club is said to have established communication with the player's agent and is ready to offer a contract lasting more than five years.

The proposed contract is reported to be worth €5 million per season, equivalent to Rp86.5 billion. David will be part of Inter's long-term project to strengthen their attacking line after the era of Lautaro Martínez.

According to a report from La Gazzetta dello Sport cited by Bola.net, Inter wants to secure David's services before his contract with Lille ends in June 2025. If this transfer materializes, Serie A will welcome a young striker with a world-class reputation.

6. FAQ

Q: Who is Jonathan David and where is he from?

A: Jonathan David is a Canadian national team striker who was born in Brooklyn, USA and grew up in Ottawa, Canada.

Q: Why is Jonathan David called the most expensive Canadian player?

A: Because he was transferred from Gent to Lille for €30 million, the highest for a Canadian player.

Q: What is Jonathan David's biggest achievement in Europe?

A: Leading Lille to win Ligue 1 in 2020/2021 and performing brilliantly in the Champions League.

Q: Is it true that Jonathan David will move to Inter Milan?

A: Yes, Inter Milan is reportedly ready to offer a contract until 2030 worth €5 million per season.

Q: How many goals has Jonathan David scored for Canada?

A: As of March 2025, he has scored 32 goals from 61 appearances.

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