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.

‘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.

‘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.”