Jonathan David needs confidence with club to help Canada fire
A January Moment for Jonatan David That Could Shape Canada’s World Cup Path
Jonathan David has built his reputation the hard way. He scores goals, and he does it consistently. He does it in different competitions. Yet, as Canada moves closer to a historic home World Cup, former international Jonathan Edgar believes club football decisions now carry national consequences. For Edgar, January is not just a transfer window. It is a turning point.
In an exclusive interview with BetVictor Canada, Edgar spoke openly about David’s current situation, the pressures of playing for Juventus, and why the Premier League may offer more than just visibility. It could offer rhythm; it could offer momentum; it could define Canada’s ceiling in 2026.
“He’s a proven goal scorer,” Edgar said. “He is world class at scoring goals.”
Juventus Pressure and the Need for Rhythm
Edgar understands the allure of a club like Juventus. The badge carries weight. The expectations arrive immediately. Competition is fierce. Patience rarely exists.
“At a club like that, you don’t always get time,” Edgar said. “If he gets chances, it’s not rocket science. He will score you goals.”
For Edgar, the issue is not talent. It is opportunity. Strikers need minutes. They need sequences of starts. They need trust. Without that, even elite finishers can drift out of rhythm.
From a Canadian perspective, Edgar views this as a warning sign. Status means less than sharpness. Sitting on a bench in Europe helps no one back home.
“If he’s not going to play,” Edgar said, “I’d like to see him in a top league playing games and scoring goals.”
The Premier League Fit
When asked where David should go, Edgar did not hesitate.
“Just come across and play for Newcastle United,” he said with a grin.
Edgar believes David’s movement, intelligence, and finishing translate perfectly to the Premier League. He sees a striker who thrives on space, someone who presses well. Edgar sees a player who fits the pace and physicality of England’s top flight.
More importantly, Edgar sees consistency. Week-to-week football. High-pressure matches. A stage that keeps David sharp heading into international duty.
“It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play at a World Cup in your home country,” Edgar said.
A National Conversation Ahead
Edgar suggested that January decisions may require direct communication at the national level. Canada cannot afford uncertainty in attack. Jesse Marsch needs his core players firing.
“Can we make sure all of our players are firing on all cylinders?” Edgar asked.
For Edgar, the stakes go beyond one player. David’s form lifts the entire squad. His confidence changes how opponents defend Canada. His movement creates space for others. A settled, in-form Jonathan David raises expectations across the program.
Talent has never been the question. Opportunity remains the deciding factor. January may define more than a club career. It may define Canada’s World Cup journey.
