Wolverhampton Wanderers are preparing a significant January move for Union Saint-Gilloise striker Promise David as new manager Rob Edwards seeks to revitalise a struggling attack, according to fresh reports.
Intense Transfer Battle for In-Demand Striker
The Old Gold face fierce competition from fellow Premier League sides West Ham United and Leeds United for the Canadian international's signature. David has emerged as one of Europe's most sought-after attackers after an impressive start to the season that includes scoring in the Champions League.
Wolves have identified the 24-year-old striker as their primary target to address a calamitous start to the campaign that has seen the club fail to register a single victory in their opening 12 matches. Supporters are hoping Edwards will be backed with substantial funds after several high-profile player sales in recent transfer windows.
Promise David's Remarkable Journey
David's path to prominence represents one of football's more unconventional success stories. After being released by Toronto FC's academy as a teenager, the striker rebuilt his career through spells in Croatia's second division with NK Trnje, followed by clubs in Malta before finding his scoring touch in Estonia with Nõmme Kalju.
His 30 goals in 44 matches in Estonia attracted Union Saint-Gilloise, where he has developed into a household name in Belgian football. David has scored 33 times in 61 appearances for the club and played a crucial role in their first league title triumph in 90 years last season.
This term, the 6ft 4in forward has continued his impressive form with nine goals already, including match-winning strikes in the Champions League against PSV Eindhoven and Galatasaray - two sides that notably defeated English champions Liverpool in European competition.
Transfer Fee and Competition
Union Saint-Gilloise value their star attacker at approximately £17.5 million, a figure that would represent a significant investment for Wolves as they battle relegation. The Belgian club are reportedly willing to consider offers in this range during the January window.
While Wolves and Leeds United have shown serious interest, West Ham United currently lead the race for David's signature. The Hammers are expected to sell German international Niclas Füllkrug and have identified the Canadian as an ideal replacement.
David, who has earned eight caps for Canada, has seen his profile rise considerably ahead of next summer's World Cup, which Canada will co-host alongside the United States and Mexico. Teammates refer to him as 'the monster' due to his imposing physical presence, a quality that has attracted scouts from across Europe.
For Wolves, securing David's services would provide a different dimension to their attack, offering physical support for Hwang Hee-chan while creating increased competition for underperforming forwards Jorgen Strand Larsen and summer signing Tolu Arokodare.
