Veteran French striker Olivier Jiro has become a move from ending his short journey in America, in preparation for a dramatic return to the French league from the Lille Club gate during the current summer Mercato.
Details of the agreement with Lille
French press reports revealed that 38 -year -old Jiro reached a semi -final agreement with Lille to join his ranks for one year, with the option to renew for an additional season. This trend comes despite its connection with a valid contract with Los Angeles FC until next December, which makes the deal a formal settlement with the American club.
A modest outcome in America
Jiro did not achieve the expected ambitions in the US League, despite winning the US Open 2024 Cup and his participation in the Club World Cup. It was satisfied with scoring 5 other goals and making 3 other in 37 games, which are numbers that do not reflect the size of his long experience and experience in European stadiums.
Early offensive support
Lille Club is seeking to compensate for the departure of Canadian scorer Jonathan David, by contracting Jiro as a temporary solution that gives great experience to the offensive line. The team hopes that this step will be useful to enhance its chances of competing for the advanced positions, especially after finishing last season in the fifth place in the French league table.
Night president confirms attention
Olivier Letang, president of Lille Club, confirmed that there is an official interest from the club administration in the inclusion of Jiro, explaining that “the player combines technical capabilities, experience and human values that suit the club’s project.” He admitted that the only obstacle is currently in the current contractual status of the French striker with his American team.
Emotional return after a long absence
This step represents a special return of Jiro to the French League, which he left more than 12 years ago when he moved to Arsenal in the summer of 2012. It is expected that within days his experience in the United States will be announced, and a new chapter began in his career with Lille, who counts on his experiences in a crowded local and European season.
