Brighton sign Canada striker David on loan
Brighton sign Canada striker Promise David from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise on a season-long loan with an obligation to buy for a reported £22m.
Brighton Football Club has acquired Canadian striker Promise David on a season-long loan from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, with an option to purchase the player for a reported £22 million. The 25-year-old has made 82 appearances for his current club, netting 41 goals and providing nine assists since joining in 2024.
Born in Canada, David's career has taken him through various leagues, including Belgium, Croatia, the United States, Malta and Estonia. He has also featured for Canada in four out of their five World Cup matches, scoring a goal in the 2-1 loss to Switzerland. Brighton's sporting director, Mike Cave, praised David's physical attributes, goal-scoring record and international experience, stating that the young striker is entering his prime and will be a valuable addition to the team.
Brighton will face Tromso in the Europa Conference League play-offs on Thursday, followed by their Premier League opener against Aston Villa on Sunday.
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