*NEW CHAPTER IN LA: Olivier Giroud says Goodbye to Ac Milan, joins LAFC*.
*NEW CHAPTER IN LA: Olivier Giroud says Goodbye to Ac Milan, joins LAFC*
– *Olivier Giroud joins LAFC*:
Olivier Giroud, the former Chelsea and Arsenal striker, is closing in on a move to Los Angeles FC on an 18-month deal.
– *Giroud to leave AC Milan*:
The 37-year-old is expected to leave AC Milan when his contract expires this summer, despite the Italian giants being keen to keep him for another season.
– *LAFC progress ahead of rivals*:
France’s all-time leading goalscorer has spoken to multiple MLS clubs, but LAFC have progressed ahead of their rivals.
– *Link up with former international teammate*:
Giroud is likely to link up with his former international goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, who joined LAFC from Tottenham last year.
– *Part of a series of high-profile recruits for the MLS*:
Giroud’s move is part of a series of high-profile recruits for the MLS after Lionel Messi joined Inter Miami last summer.
– *Giroud’s move to LAFC likely to signal the end of his career in Europe*:
The move comes amid a push to grow the league following a $2.5 billion, 10-year TV rights deal with Apple and the World Cup coming to North America in 2026.
– *Giroud’s illustrious career*:
Any move for Giroud will likely signal the end of his sensational career in Europe, during which he won three FA Cups with Arsenal, another FA Cup with Chelsea, and a Champions League and Europa League title at Stamford Bridge. Giroud also won Ligue 1 with Montpellier, Serie A with AC Milan and the World Cup with France.
