Jonathan David opens up on failed Premier League transfer amid Aston Villa & Chelsea hyperlinks
Jonathan David has admitted he’s eager about making the transfer to the Premier League following a summer time which noticed him linked with each Chelsea and Aston Villa.
The Canadian ahead was anticipated to modify Ligue 1 for the Premier League in the course of the summer time switch window after a powerful marketing campaign in France. The 24-year-old scored 26 targets in 47 appearances for Lille. making him one of the vital talked about subjects within the window.
Nonetheless, as deadline day loomed, it turned clear that David would spend one other 12 months at Lille as he entered the ultimate 12 months of his contract.
In an interview with The Athletic, David revealed why his summer time plans modified. “It simply did not occur,” he mentioned. “There have been a few presents and we simply did not end the deal, that is it.
“I spoke to a few groups. I spoke with coaches. However finally we made the choice to remain. What am I ready for? I assume now it is simpler to say. I am within the final 12 months of my contract. Ultimately my contract goes to expire. So then we’ll see. We’ll see what occurs subsequent 12 months.
“Proper now we’re talking with [Lille president Oliver Letang] a few doable extension. We’ll see how that goes.
“I am open to something. I feel clearly the Premier League is considered among the best leagues on the planet. And for me it is not the Premier League or bust. I am open to something and each league has its challenges.”
David has began the 2024/25 marketing campaign on a constructive word – scoring three targets in seven appearances. He additionally featured, and scored, in Canada’s 2-1 win over USA in a pleasant on Saturday.
