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Jonathan David helped Lille reach the knockout stage of the Champions League this season Canada striker Jonathan David has said he will leave Lille this summer amid links to several Premier League clubs. The 25-year-old will depart the French side at the end of the current season when his contract expires. "Every story has a beginning and an end, " the forward said in a video, external posted on his Instagram page. "I wanted to tell you myself that, after many years at the club, it is time for me to say goodbye. " It comes amid David being touted for a move to several clubs across Europe, including in England. Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United and West Ham have all shown a reported interest in the player because of his form in Ligue 1. David has scored 109 goals in 231 games for Lille, including 25 in 48 appearances this season. Having joined from Belgian club Gent in 2020, David helped Lille beat perennial champions PSG to the French league title in 2020-21. He is set to play his last game for Lille in their final Ligue 1 match of the season against Reims on Saturday. Listen to the latest Football Daily podcast Comments can not be loaded To load Comments you need to enable Java Script in your browser Did 'late flag' offside law expose Awoniyi to serious injury? Chelsea set to stick with Maresca for next season How does Liverpool target Frimpong compare with Alexander-Arnold? The shocking tale of a predator who fled to paradise A story of love, loss and hope in the face of disaster Aspiring make-up artists battle it out Yinka Bokinni explores the life of Sean 'Diddy' Combs 'It drags up horrible memories' - the dark side of Lions judgement day How does Liverpool target Frimpong compare with Alexander-Arnold? 75 years of F1 in pictures Heavy hangs the crown - sadness at Wiggins' troubles 'This means more' - why some fans booed Alexander-Arnold Hodgkinson prepared for 'nerve-wracking' return Does loyalty really exist in football? Video Does loyalty really exist in football? 'I was on my last chance' - cricketer's anorexia battle 'Box office Blackmore' - pioneer who transformed racing Can Ancelotti fix Brazil and end World Cup hoodoo? How bad have Amorim's United been in the league? A winner as boy and man - what it was like playing against Kohli Bears on loose and Tigers' next hire - Premiership talking points 'Best stand in the world'? Fulham take fan experience to new levels Baton blunder sees USA crash out of mixed 4x100m relay Video Baton blunder sees USA crash out of mixed 4x100m relay Ask Me Anything, the BBC Sport service designed to serve you Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.