Ruben Amorim arrived at Manchester United amid rising concerns over misfiring strikers—and things haven’t improved.
After 26 Premier League matches, United sit on just 30 points, dangerously close to relegation territory.
Top-scoring forwards Rasmus Højlund and Joshua Zirkzee have contributed just five league goals between them. The urgency for reinforcements is unmistakable.
Amorim has reportedly identified free-agent striker Jonathan David as his ideal fix.
The Canadian’s contract with Lille expires June 30, 2025, and United are readying an early summer bid to beat rival suitors, including West Ham as reported by Eyefootball.com.
David offers exactly what United lack: consistent goals and creativity. This season he’s delivered around 20 goals and nine assists in 36 appearances across all competitions, including six Champions League strikes from eight games.
That form places him among Ligue 1’s top finishers and outpaces United’s current forwards.
There’s risk. Amorim prefers tactical fit and physical presence—and some reports suggest he’s lukewarm on David despite his availability.
Still, with limited funds and mandates for economic efficiency, a no-fee option like David makes sense as per Fichajes reports. United could reinvest any outgoing money—especially from players like Sancho or Rashford—to sweeten the deal.
If signed, David would bring more than goals—versatility, pace, link-up ability and a deeper understanding of European competition. He’s not just a stopgap. He’s the next chapter. The kind of signing that shapes a narrative.
At 25, heading into peak years, David arrives ready to lead. United’s season demands urgency. Amorim’s vision demands an upgrade.
Together, they could form the perfect collision: purpose meeting opportunity.