It is a page that turns for the RC Lens. David Pereira Da Costa, trained at the club since childhood, officially left the Sang et Or to engage with the Timbers of Portland in Major League Soccer. A departure made this Monday by a press release from the Artesian club, ending a chapter of thirteen years under the colors of Lens.
A moving farewell in Artois
Pure product of the Gaillette, the attacking midfielder leaves behind the image of a loyal player, having participated in the recent European campaigns of the club. “Child of Racing, he brought our values ​​with pride,” praised Lens, evoking a start -fired start.
A new challenge across the Atlantic
In Portland, Pereira da Costa becomes a designated player, a strategic status allowing him to bypass the MLS wage restrictions. His new coach, Phil Neville, praised his “Huge potential” and its ability to integrate into
“Style of play” desired by the franchise. A recovery opportunity for the player, whose playing time had decreased this season in Lens.
Lens facing series departures
This departure is added to a series of significant departures, such as that of Przemysław Frankowski (loaned to Galatasaray) or Kevin Danse (Tottenham), weakening an already proven workforce. The club will not be able to replace these players, the French transfer window has been closed since February 3.
For Lensois supporters, it is a moving page that closes. It remains to be seen whether this new chapter in the United States will allow Pereira da Costa to fully express its potential, while Lens tries to maintain its European ambitions despite the turbulence. One thing is certain: farewell to “the child of the gaillette” resonates as a symbol of the rapid changes in modern football.
