Aston Villa enquire for Juventus forward David in move that could unlock Zirkzee pursuit

Aston Villa enquire for Juventus forward David in move that could unlock Zirkzee pursuit Aston Villa have made an enquiry for Jonathan David, in a move that could prove pivotal to Juventus’ own attacking plans. According to Tuttomercatoweb , Unai Emery’s side have sounded out the availability of the Canadian striker, exploring the feasibility of a deal, potentially a loan, without opening formal negotiations. For Juventus, the interest is welcome: Giovanni Carnevali and Frederic Massara are working to bring Luciano Spalletti a new forward, but the finances only add up if they first sell David to free the liquidity needed to strike. MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 04: Joshua Zirkzee of Manchester United during the Premier League match between Manchester United and West Ham United at Old Trafford on December 04, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) David sale would clear the path to Zirkzee for Juventus The name Juventus have earmarked to complete their attack is Joshua Zirkzee. The Manchester United striker appeals for his ability to drop deep, link play and create space, qualities that would complement rather than merely duplicate Randal Kolo Muani , and United have already signalled an openness to a loan. First, though, Juventus must make room, and David’s exit is the domino that would set the rest in motion. It has been a chastening first season in Turin for the Canadian, who arrived on a free transfer from Lille last summer with a formidable reputation but managed just eight goals across the campaign. Often a reserve under Igor Tudor, he showed gradual improvement after Spalletti’s arrival, and three goals at the World Cup for Canada hinted at the player Villa hope to reignite. Complicating matters is David’s own desire to stay and win Spalletti over, while Crystal Palace are also monitoring him. The financial details, including his €6m salary, add a further wrinkle, but Villa’s interest has, at the very least, set the wheels in motion.