Olivier Giroud has officially announced his plans to leave Milan at the end of this season, bringing an end to a memorable three-year spell at the club.
The French veteran joined the Rossoneri from Chelsea back in the summer of 2021 in a deal worth around €4.8m, quickly proving a smart signing for the club. He played an important role in their Scudetto success in his first season at the club.
Giroud’s contract expires with Milan at the end of this season, and he’s been heavily linked with a move to the MLS in the summer, with his likely destination being Los Angeles FC.
Giroud decision
In a video posted on the Milan Twitter page, Giroud publicly confirmed his decision to leave the club in the summer, ready for a new adventure in the twilight of his career.
During his three years at the club, the 37-year-old Frenchman scored 48 goals and provided 20 assists in 130 appearances across all competitions.
Oli has something to say 💌😢 #MerciOlivier #SempreMilan
— AC Milan (@acmilan) May 13, 2024
Finally. I thought the day would never come. If he is up there, thank you god. It is finally over. One of the worst centre forwards in Milan history. His horrific link up play not to be seen again will be a blessing.
He has been a great performer for a club that has been in decline for a long while. While he may not be remembered as a Milan ‘great’ his scoring record out shines Baggio, Robinho, Ronaldinho, kluivert to name but a few.
Everywhere he has played he got his team important goals, at Milan he was no different. He leaves a big gap the Milan team need to fill.