Jonathan David reveals that Manuel Locatelli is one of the Juventus players who struck him the most: 'Particularly for his passing ability.'
Canada international David reveals Italy international Locatelli is one of the teammates that surprised him the most at Juventus.
EMPOLI, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 14: Manuel Locatelli of Juventus reacts during the Serie A match between Empoli and Juventus at Stadio Carlo Castellani on September 14, 2024 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)
Gazzetta dello Sport asked David which of his teammates struck him the most, and the Canadian replied: "Locatelli, particularly for his passing ability and the management of the game's tempo."
David has scored one Serie A goal in two appearances for the Old Lady so far in 2025-26.
TURIN, ITALY - AUGUST 24: Jonathan David of Juventus celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and Parma Calcio 1913 at on August 24, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)
The Canada international joined Juventus on a free transfer from Lille earlier this summer.
During his interview with Gazzetta, David said he hoped he'd score against Inter in an upcoming Serie A fixture at the Allianz Stadium.
TURIN, ITALY - AUGUST 24: Jonathan David during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and Parma Calcio 1913 at on August 24, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)
He also welcomed his ex-Lille teammate Edon Zhegrova, who he joined Juventus on deadline day, calling him a "brilliant" signing.
David has signed a contract until June 2030 at the Allianz Stadium. He has scored 37 goals in 68 appearances with the Canada national team.