Jesse Marsch, the head coach of the Canadian national team, has praised new Juventus striker Jonathan David – stating that he is the second best striker in Europe behind Erling Haaland and that a partnership between the Canadian and Victor Osimhen would see 50 goals per season.
TORONTO, ON – JUNE 10: Jonathan David #10 of Canada scores in a penalty shootout during an International Friendly against Ivory Coast at BMO Field on June 10, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)
‘Behind Haaland, Jonathan David the best in Europe’
Speaking in an interview, with quotes from the Gazzetta dello Sport, Marsch said: “There are all different kinds of strikers but in terms of pure returns, David is right after Haaland.”
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The former Leeds United head coach has worked with some truly talented strikers whilst coming through the Red Bull coaching set-up, helping launch the careers for players like Haaland, Benjamin Sesko, Christopher Nkunku and Karim Adeyemi.
ISTANBUL, TURKEY – JANUARY 21: Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray reacts to a missed chance during the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 League Phase MD7 match between Galatasaray A.S. and FC Dynamo Kyiv at Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi on January 21, 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)
‘50 goals with Osimhen – but Vlahovic would work well too’
After signing Jonathan David, Juventus have another market decision to make for their attack. The Bianconeri have been linked with a move for wantaway Napoli forward Victor Osimhen, whilst Dusan Vlahovic’s future with the Old Lady appears to be hanging in the balance.
When asked if David could play with Osimhen, Marsch said “Absolutely! Osimhen is a centre-forward, David more of a second striker. I don’t know if it will happen but on paper it would be a fantastic duo. They would score between them at least 50 goals.”
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When asked who his favourite player is in Juventus’ current team, Marsch replied “Yildiz is a great player. I also like McKennie, who I coached at Leeds. I don’t know Tudor personally but I’d like to come and see his training sessions in Turin.”
