Arsenal have secured a deal to sign Montpellier striker and
France international Olivier Giroud for a fee reported to be £12 million.
Olivier Giroud, a 6ft 3in striker born in chambery, France
will join a growing list of French internationals to play for Arsenal.
The 26 year old striker who began his football career at
Olympique club de Froges joined Grenoble at the age of 13. He later moved to
Tours where he played alongside Laurent Koscienly.
The French international joined Montpellier in 2009-2010
season but spent the remainder of the season on loan at Tours. On rejoining
Montpellier, Giroud soon became an integral part of the Montpellier team that
won the French league in 2011-2012 season scoring 21 goals in 36 appearances
with 9 assists.
Giroud known for his size, physical style of play and aerial
ability no doubt has the pre-requisite
to succeed at the highest level. His signing is seen by many as a statement of intent by
Arsenal to be competitive in the coming season. It however remains to be seen
if these signings will convince Robin Van Persie to commit his long term future
to the club.
For once in a long while, gooners can look unto the new season
with renewed hope and excitement.
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