Olivier Giroud played for Arsenal Football Club. The French forward joined Arsenal from Montpellier in 2012 for £9.6m. Giroud left Arsenal for Chelsea in 2018 for £18m. In total, he made 253 appearances for Arsenal and scored 105 goals. Giroud wore the number 12 shirt for Arsenal. He was born on September 30, 1986. Giroud currently plays for Chelsea.
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Former Arsenal striker praises Mikel Arteta after transfer
Olivier Giroud has wished Mikel Arteta a long career at Arsenal, praising the manager's efforts with the Gunners.
Striker’s agent pushes for Arsenal move, lucrative deal on the table
Arsenal are leading the race for Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee, with his agent Kia Joorabchian pushing for a move to the Emirates.
Arsenal warning given to Juventus and Milan over 12-goal striker
Arsenal emerge as contenders for Joshua Zirkzee. Juventus and Milan warned by Italian media of Gunners' interest.
32yo former Gunner on track for Olympics u21 call-up
France u21 assistant manager Gael Clichy has confirmed that Alexandre Lacazette is on their list of potential representatives for the summer Olympics.
Former Arsenal striker reached verbal agreement to sign with MLS side
MLS side LAFC are set to sign former Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud this summer, according to reports.
William Saliba could miss start of 24/25 season for Arsenal
Arsenal risk losing William Saliba for the start of next season due to his potential involvement in the Olympics. Will Henry's France call-up disrupt Arsenal's plans?
Arsenal deal to sign Benzema was ‘practically already done’ says Suarez
Suarez revealed Karim Benzema nearly joined Arsenal in 2014. How would that have changed the club's history?
3 ex-Arsenal players return to watch Liverpool clash
Former Arsenal trio Olivier Giroud, Theo Walcott, and Mathieu Flamini were all in attendance for the Gunners' win over Liverpool on Sunday.
Van Dijk names Arsenal strikers past & present as toughest opponents
Virgil van Dijk has named former Gunner Olivier Giroud as his toughest opponent, giving current Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus a mention as well.
Top 10 Arsenal strikers under Arsene Wenger
Exploring Arsène Wenger's top 10 strikers at Arsenal, from Thierry Henry's legendary status to Olivier Giroud's memorable goals.
William Saliba to start for France v Ireland
William Saliba is set to start for France in their Euro 2024 qualifier against Ireland, due to Ibrahima Konaté's injury. Deschamps faces a defensive dilemma.
Aleksandr Kokorin: I turned down Arsenal
Former Dynamo Moscow striker Aleksandr Kokorin opens up about his decision to reject a move to Arsenal and the impact it had on his career.
Lucas Perez on his time at Arsenal and being denied Barcelona transfer
Lucas Perez discusses his time at Arsenal, his impact on the pitch, and a failed transfer to Barcelona.
Olivier Giroud wants to return to London
Former Arsenal forward Olivier Giroud is reportedly considering a return to the Premier League and has expressed interest in joining Crystal Palace or Fulham.
Arsenal training return as more move: Ex-Arsenal roundup
For reasons not every Arsenal fan understands, I like to keep an eye on what players and coaches get up to when they leave Arsenal, so here's a round-up of what some ex-Gunners have been up to this week.
Thierry Henry loses 2nd French record
The World Cup in Qatar has delivered many things this winter but Thierry Henry will come out of the tournament with two of his French records in the hands of other players.
Bukayo Saka buzzing after England 3-0 win
Bukayo Saka scored his third World Cup goal as England brushed Senegal aside on Sunday night to set up a showdown with France in the quarter-finals and the Arsenal man couldn't have been happier after the final whistle.
Olivier Giroud makes Tottenham admission
Olivier Giroud has been speaking about his desire to leave Chelsea in search of playing time, a search that left him so desperate, he would have even signed for Tottenham!
Anders Limpar: Arsenal need a striker like Giroud
Arsenal must find another forward like former Gunner Olivier Giroud, according to Anders Limpar.
Olivier Giroud joins AC Milan on €6m 2-year deal with option for 3rd year
Olivier Giroud is now an AC Milan player with Ivan Gazidis no doubt playing a role in the Frenchman's arrival.
West Ham considering £7m move for former Arsenal striker
West Ham are said to be considering a move for Olivier Giroud as the former Arsenal man struggles for time at Chelsea.
Official: Chelsea extend Olivier Giroud’s contract
Olivier Giroud has agreed to remain at Chelsea despite it seeming like the former Arsenal favourite would be leaving the club this summer.
Chelsea extend Giroud contract and look to sign Mertens
Chelsea are extending the contract of Olivier Giroud and trying to sign Dries Mertens, according to reports, despite insubstantial links to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
Giroud claims Chelsea blocked him from joining Spurs
Olivier Giroud says Chelsea blocked him from joining Spurs in the January transfer window, among other possible transfers.
Olivier Giroud offered pre-contract by Lazio
Former Arsenal forward and fan favourite, Olivier Giroud, has reportedly been offered a pre-contract by Lazio ahead of a free move in the summer.
David Ornstein: Olivier Giroud will stay with Chelsea
Olivier Giroud will stay with Chelsea until the end of the season, despite his struggles for games and interest from Tottenham Hotspur, according to David Ornstein.
Giroud open to joining Tottenham: Chelsea blocking move
Olivier Giroud is open to a move to Tottenham Hotspur this window, with the club offering him a 1.5-year contract, but Chelsea are blocking it as things stand.
Olivier Giroud to leave Chelsea for Inter Milan in permanent deal
Olivier Giroud is on his way to Italy after Chelsea and Inter Milan reportedly agreed a €5m plus bonuses deal for the 33-year-old.
Olivier Giroud close to joining Inter Milan
Inter Milan are close to signing Olivier Giroud from Chelsea, with only a small difference between their valuations, according to reports in Italy.
Olivier Giroud urged to join Tottenham
Olivier Giroud has been urged to join Tottenham as the player looks to leave Chelsea in order to gain more playing time.
2 Arsenal men feature in top 10 Premier League goalscorers of the decade
Two Arsenal forwards feature in top 10 Premier League goalscorers of last decade but it is Sergio Aguero who is the king.
Olivier Giroud: I can’t accept my role at Chelsea – I know what I’m...
Olivier Giroud says he can't accept his current role at Chelsea and he believes he won the battle for a starting position against Alvaro Morata and Gonzalo Higuain.
Finally a true heir to Henry: In Praise of Pierre
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has, I think it's fair to say, been quite the success at Arsenal Football Club.
Petr Cech responds to rumours he’s set to rejoin Chelsea
Petr Cech says no decision has been made about his future amid reports he is set to join Chelsea this summer when he retires from playing football.
Olivier Giroud finally leaves Arsenal
When Olivier Giroud was sold to Chelsea to allow Arsenal to bring in Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang it seemed like he'd merely gone on loan but with his latest comments, the Frenchman has finally left Arsenal for good.
Olivier Giroud banned from driving
Olivier Giroud has been banned from driving after admitting his fourth offence in the 12 months since he left Arsenal.
Olivier Giroud not happy being back-up at Chelsea, could move for free
Former Arsenal man, and fan favourite, Olivier Giroud is not happy being back up at Chelsea and could be available on a free transfer this summer.
Episode 179: Not such a Blue Monday
In this edition of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, Matthew and Anita discuss the smiting of Chelsea and the power of tactical flexibility.
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Olivier Giroud: If I score, I will respect everyone
Olivier Giroud expects a warm welcome from the Arsenal fans at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday afternoon, and he insists he won't celebrate if he scores.
Spanish media: Barcelona make signing Olivier Giroud a ‘priority’
FC Barcelona are trying to bring yet another Arsenal fan favourite to the Camp Nou, with Olivier Giroud reportedly on their radar, according to reports in Spain.