It will be a tearful farewell for Olivier Giroud, both on the field and in the stands. The French striker is saying goodbye to AC Milan after three successful years. Giroud and Milan have been a perfect match, a partnership that exceeded expectations. As he bids adieu, Giroud leaves behind a lasting legacy, having scored 48 goals in 131 appearances, equivalent to one goal every 187 minutes. He will always be remembered fondly by Milan fans for his significant contributions to the team.
Giroud revealed in an interview with Equipe that he had made the decision to leave Milan months ago and will be joining Los Angeles FC. The experienced forward acknowledged the physical demands of playing at the top level every three days. Despite his age, Giroud managed to score 14 goals and provide 8 assists in the league this season. He mentioned his positive rapport with Zlatan Ibrahimovic at Milan, highlighting the mutual respect between them.
Looking ahead, Giroud mentioned his plans to retire from the French national team after the European Championship to make way for younger talents. He currently holds the record for the most goals scored for the national team with 57 goals. As he embarks on a new chapter in his career in Major League Soccer with Los Angeles FC, Giroud expressed excitement about the attacking opportunities that await him in the MLS and shared anecdotes about his time with Ibrahimovic at Milan.
