For Canada, David has been involved in seven of Canada’s nine goals under Jesse Marsch; his quick assist was the difference in Canada’s 1-0 win over Suriname in the first leg of their Nations League quarterfinal. His performances prompted Marsch to describe him as “the most intelligent footballer I’ve ever coached”.

Lille striker Jonathan David has admitted he dreams of joining Barcelona as he prepares to enter the final six months of his contract in France. David, 24, has long been linked with a blockbuster transfer but finally appears set to move clubs next summer when his deal with Lille comes to an end.

Lille striker Jonathan David has revealed that he was a boyhood Barcelona fan and has always dreamed of playing for the Catalan giants. David’s future is currently the subject of plenty of speculation as his contract with the Ligue 1 side expires at the end of the season.

Canadian striker Jonathan David, one of Europe’s hottest prospects, has made it clear who his favorite team is: FC Barcelona. In a recent chat with The Athletic, the Lille forward shared his lifelong admiration for the Catalan club.

The Canada international is into his fifth season with the Ligue 1 side but is due to become a free agent at the end of the current campaign.

The Canada international is being tracked across Europe as his contract runs down this season. And David said of Barca: “It was always the team I grew up with. When you grow up supporting a team, your dream is to play for them."

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