Report: Aston Villa target David on loan with obligation to buy from Juventus
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Aston Villa are reportedly pursuing a deal for Juventus striker David, with a loan agreement that includes an obligation to buy.
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Attributed to original sourceJuventus and Canada striker Jonathan David has been approached by Aston Villa for a loan with obligation to buy, claim reports in Italy.
There had already been many suggestions the CANMNT forward was on the market just 12 months after he joined as a free agent, although the €12m in various commissions and bonuses made him far from free.
Aston Villa looking at David VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA – JUNE 18: Jonathan David of Canada celebrates after scoring the teams second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B match between Canada and Qatar at BC Place Vancouver on June 18, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images) Finding a buyer has proved to be difficult, but Tuttomercatoweb and Radio Sportiva reporter Marco Conterio suggests that Aston Villa are ready to provide a solution.
He claims the Premier League side is eager to snap David up on loan with an obligation to buy at the end of the season.
This is a significant improvement on the previous reporting that they only wanted a loan with option.
The 26-year-old has played in Europe since 2018 for KAA Gent, Lille and then Juventus, but his tally of eight goals and five assists in 46 games for the Bianconeri was disappointing.
David only started 27 of those matches, falling down the pecking order as the season went on and when Dusan Vlahovic returned from injury.
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What happened
According to reports, Aston Villa have identified Juventus forward David as a transfer target. The proposed structure is a loan deal with an obligation to purchase, suggesting Villa are keen on securing the player's services on a permanent basis while spreading the financial commitment. David, who joined Juventus, would provide additional attacking options for the Premier League club ahead of the new season.
Chance analysis
If completed, this move would give Aston Villa another forward option while allowing Juventus to recoup part of their investment in David. The loan-with-obligation structure indicates Villa's serious intent but also financial caution. David's availability would depend on his role under the Juventus manager and whether the Old Lady are open to letting him leave.
Aston Villa would gain attacking reinforcement; Juventus would lose squad depth in attack depending on the deal structure.
Monitor whether the David-to-Villa transfer materializes, as it could affect Villa's attacking depth and goal-scoring options in upcoming matches.