Atlético Madrid are maintaining active talks with Jonathan David’s representatives while also holding direct discussions with Juventus over a potential deal for the striker.
Softfootball understands that David is one of the top three names on Atlético’s shortlist as the Spanish club searches for a new forward before the transfer window closes.
The outcome of the negotiations will depend heavily on the formula of the deal, with Atlético exploring the conditions required to make a move possible.
David’s situation has become increasingly relevant as Atlético continue to deal with the uncertainty surrounding Julián Álvarez.
The Madrid club have taken a firm stance on Álvarez’s future following Barcelona president Joan Laporta’s recent comments, insisting there is “0% chance” of selling the Argentine to the Catalan giants.
Atlético have stressed that the situation is now about more than money, accusing Barcelona of creating a campaign containing “many lies and half-truths” and claiming that the Spanish club are the ones suffering from the fallout.
Barcelona remain interested in Álvarez, but Atlético’s position has made a move increasingly difficult.
With the club unwilling to negotiate with Barça, Atlético are simultaneously assessing alternatives in attack, and Jonathan David has emerged as a leading option.
With Atlético now refusing to negotiate with Barcelona, Álvarez’s options appear increasingly limited. Arsenal remain a possible alternative, while Atlético face the prospect of keeping an unhappy player who has a contract with the club.
At this stage, Atlético’s position is unequivocal: Álvarez will not be sold to Barcelona.
Talks with David’s camp and Juventus are ongoing, with the structure of any potential agreement expected to determine whether Atlético can complete the move before the deadline.
