Football player Frenck Olivier Giroud is reportedly set up to return to Europe after a long stint season in the United States. The veteran French striker is ready to end his current agreement with Los Angeles FC and return to Ligue 1 Side Lille.
According to the ESPN report, the 38-year-old wanted to return to his home country after more than ten years of playing outside France. LaFC stood in his way and decided to allow him to make the switch he demanded. His last game for the club will be against Vancouver WhiteCaps, league accessories. He will then arrive in France next week to make this step official.
During his stint with a club based in Los Angeles, he was part of the Leagues Cup 2024 final and scored his first goal for the team. In addition, he also scored in the final of Lamar Hunt US Open Cup, which is also the first trophy of the Open Cup. Is also France is the highest target shooter And he was part of a team that won the World Championship in Russia.
“I want to thank all fans, my teammates and employees in LAFC for becoming a pleasant stop in my career,” Giroud said. “I am glad that I was involved in the success of LAFC. Since winning last season after participating in the World Championship in the club, it was a great experience for me and my family,” Giroud said in his statement by a shared club.
“Olivier was an exemplary professional during his time Laftc. He brought humility and winning mentality that helped to elevate everyone around her. Olivier was a huge ambassador of the club in and off the field. We are grateful for his contributions and we wish him, his wife Jennifer and his family all the best in this next chapter, ”said co -chairman and CEO of LAFC John Thorrington.
Lille has to officially announce a signature. However, it is very likely that the signature will be made to occupy the free space left by Canadian striker Jonathan David, who also follows a step elsewhere.
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Published:
Amar Pancker
Published on:
June 28, 2025
