It’s official: Olivier Giroud is back in Ligue 1 — 13 years after leaving it. The French striker confirmed on Monday, following his final game with Los Angeles FC, that he has signed with LOSC Lille.
“LOSC ticked a lot of boxes for me and my family,” he explained. “I want to be a leader on and off the pitch, a link between the youngsters and the staff. And playing in the Europa League is exciting.”
A choice from the heart… and the head
“I think French fans are happy that Paul Pogba (now at Monaco) and I are returning to Ligue 1. A few years ago, I would’ve told you coming back wasn’t part of my plans.”
After a disappointing stint in MLS — 5 goals in 38 appearances, only 3 in the league — the all-time top scorer for the French national team is owning it:
“I wish I had made more of an impact. But it was a great experience. Now, I’m ready for a new challenge.”
The fun twist? His last decisive contribution in Ligue 1 came in May 2012… with Montpellier, against Lille. Thirteen years later, he’s joining the Dogues to start a whole new chapter.
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