Igor Tudor does not plan to drop the struggling Juventus player from the team

Since joining Juventus in the summer, Jonathan David has faced challenges adapting to the team, prompting some fans to suggest he should be dropped from the starting lineup.

The Canadian striker enjoyed notable success at Lille before moving to Juventus as a free agent.

Juventus beat competition from several top clubs to sign David, reflecting the club’s belief in his potential.

Juventus new signing Jonathan David at Juventus headquarters on July 4, 2025 in Turin, Italy.

While he has struggled to consistently impact games, David often shares time with Dusan Vlahovic, Juventus’ main striker. Despite Vlahovic’s potential departure, David remains an important part of Juventus’ plans.

Manager Igor Tudor has no plans to bench David. Tudor believes the striker can reach his best form with time and consistent opportunities. He is confident that David has the talent to succeed in Serie A.

Tudor’s approach reflects patience and development. By keeping faith in David, the manager aims to give him time to adapt fully and gain confidence.

Juventus new signing Jonathan David with Dean Comolli at Juventus headquarters on July 4, 2025 in Turin, Italy.

Juventus are committed to supporting the forward, hoping his skills will soon lead to goals and decisive performances.

For now, Jonathan David remains central to Juventus’ attacking plans, with both management and coaching staff united in their belief that he can become a key starter and influence the squad positively this season.