The English striker has just completed a move to the Ligue 1 club, where hopes are high he can develop as Malcom and Francois Kamano have before him
“Why would Josh Maja sign for Bordeaux?” ex-Sunderland striker Kevin Philipps asked Sky Sports’ ‘The Debate’ program on Friday.
Three days later, as he was being unveiled as the Ligue 1 side’s newest signing, and the 20-year-old Londoner, who scored 15 goals in 24 League One games for Jack Ross’ side, gave his answer.
“I don’t think going to the Premier League now is the best choice at this point in my career,” he explained, acutely aware at how easy local talent can be lost in England’s top flight and doubtless reflecting upon the successful experiences of the likes of Reiss Nelson and Jadon Sancho, who have both cut their teeth impressively abroad, albeit in the Bundesliga.