Canada striker Jonathan David has revealed he could be staying with Lille despite big-name interest from the Premier League.
After tying the menβs national teamβs all-time scoring record against the United States on Saturday, the Lille forward opened up on his future in a one-on-one interview with The Athletic.
The 24-year-old was previously linked with Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United. The Blues notably held talks with Davidβs camp over a potential transfer.
βIt just didnβt happen,β David said regarding agreeing a deal elsewhere. βThere were a couple of offers and we just didnβt finish the deal, thatβs it. I spoke to a couple of teams. I spoke with coaches. But ultimately made the decision to stay.β
The Canadian went on to explain the Premier League is on his radar but hinted a stay at Lille is in the mix with contract negotiations ongoing.
βWhat am I waiting for? I guess now itβs easier to say. Iβm in the last year of my contract. Eventually my contract is going to run out,β David said.
βRight now weβre speaking with the (Lille President Oliver Letang) about a possible extension β¦ Weβll see how that goes.β
βIβm open to anything,β David added. βI think obviously the Premier League is regarded as one of the best league in the world. And for me itβs not the Premier League or bust. Iβm open to anything and every league has its challenges.β
Canada will face Mexico on 10 September, where David will look to score his record-breaking 30th goal.