Canada's run to the World Cup Round of 16 brought international attention to Jonathan David and Ismael Kone. Now, both players face contrasting realities in Serie A as club football resumes.
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Subscribe Sekarang →David scored three goals in five appearances for Canada during the tournament, all coming in a group match against Qatar. However, his first season at Juventus yielded just eight goals in 46 games after arriving from Lille on a free transfer.
According to Italian media outlets, including La Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti wants to sell David this summer. Based on these reports, the 26-year-old striker intends to stay in Turin to fight for his place.
In contrast, Kone faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines following a severe leg injury suffered against Qatar. The 24-year-old midfielder underwent surgery immediately after the match.
Kone impressed during his debut campaign with Sassuolo, scoring six goals in 36 appearances to help Fabio Grosso's side secure top-flight survival. His injury rules out any transfer movement during the summer window.
Both players remain under contract with their respective Italian clubs until June 2030, though David's future at Juventus hangs in the balance ahead of the new season.