Jonathan David and the 25‑million clause that speeds up Atlético
Jonathan David, loaned by Juventus to Atlético de Madrid until June 2027 with a purchase option of €25 million, has scored three goals and provided an assist in September against Real Sociedad, Osasuna and Real Madrid, forcing the club to assess the clause.
Loan conditions
The player arrived on September 1, loaned by Juventus for the entire 2026/27 season, and the agreement includes a purchase option of €25 million that Atlético de Madrid is not obliged to trigger. According to sources, the sporting director already envisions keeping him, while Juventus assumes part of his salary during this season.
Immediate impact and contrast with Juventus
David made his debut at the Anoeta against Real Sociedad, started again against Osasuna (4‑0) and scored again in the derby against Real Madrid (2‑1). With three goals and an assist in September, he was presented as one of the nominees for LaLiga Player of the Month.
The run came amid injuries in the attack, which sparked debate about David's influence compared to the Spider. His emergence has turned Atlético's transfer plans upside down, which at the end of August revolved around the future of Julián Álvarez.
In Turin, David arrived on a free transfer from Lille in 2025 and finished his sole spell at Juventus with eight goals in 46 matches. In France, he amassed 109 goals and 31 assists in 232 games, as well as a Ligue 1 title and a Super Cup.
BeSoccer Pro data show that his presence in the box has increased markedly, becoming the most influential factor. The club describes him as a forward with mobility, link‑up play and speed, and in Madrid he receives more balls near the goal than during his time at Juventus.
The deal financially benefits the red‑and‑white, as Juventus assumes part of his salary and the €25 million clause is below Transfermarkt’s valuation, which places him at €30 million. Nothing forces Atlético to decide now; Simeone has the rest of the season to gauge his fit alongside Julián Álvarez and Alexander Sørloth before the resolution in June 2027.
David made clear in his presentation that the final decision would not be his. His sole objective, according to his own words, was to score goals.