US EditionCanadian soccer star Jonathan David departing France's Lille for unknown club
- Jonathan David, a 25-year-old Canadian striker from Ottawa, confirmed he is leaving French club Lille at the end of this season.
- David’s departure follows the expiration of his contract after five years at Lille, where he joined from Belgium’s KAA Gent in August 2020.
- He netted a total of 109 goals across 231 matches for Lille, with 25 goals and 12 assists recorded in 48 games this season, and celebrated his 100th goal for the club in December.
- In a video shared on social media, David announced that after spending half a decade with the club, he is moving on, expressing hope that his goals have brought happiness to the supporters despite the difficulties faced.
- David has not revealed his next club but reportedly aims for England's Premier League, with Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea showing interest amid a likely summer transfer battle.
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Canadian star forward Jonathan David on the move from France's Lille, but to where?
LILLE — Canadian striker Jonathan David made it official Wednesday, confirming he is leaving France's Lille when his contract expires at the end of the season. The news did not come as a surprise.
"It's time to say goodbye": Canadian Jonathan David announces his departure from Lille
Among the top players in Ligue 1, the 25-year-old striker announced this Wednesday his departure from the Nordic club, which he still hopes to qualify as a dam of the Champions League on the last day of Ligue 1, this Saturday.
Alassane Pléa linked with replacing Jonathan David at Lille - Get French Football News
Alassane Pléa (32) recently revealed that he would like to play for hometown club Lille OSC before he retires. According to L’Équipe, he may soon get his chance. Jonathan David announced on Wednesday that he would be leaving Lille on a free transfer, five years after joining the club. The Canadian leaves big shoes to fill. David had netted 109 goals in 231 games in all competitions for Les Dogues and will once again finish as the club’s top sco…
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