Alassane Pléa, currently contracted with Borussia Mönchengladbach until June 2026, has shown interest in moving to Lille, the club he supported as a child. However, his annual salary of approximately 4.7 million EUR in Germany could pose a challenge for Lille. Pléa remarked that joining Lille would be a 'beautiful story,' though he emphasized the necessity of considering various factors. Born in Lille, Pléa, who has played 29 matches and scored 11 goals in the Bundesliga this season, underscored his emotional ties to the club. He expressed that Lille is his 'club of heart,' recalling his childhood as a supporter living just 5 minutes from the stadium. Despite not having successful trials there during his youth, Pléa is still open to the idea of joining Lille, recognizing that while it would be a 'beautiful story,' several parameters, including his current high-paying contract, need to be considered.