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Olivier Giroud “looking forward” to join LAFC

Olivier Giroud is “looking forward” to his MLS debut, as his club LAFC officially unveiled him as their newest player.

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Giroud “looking forward” in his LAFC debut

Giroud, 37, arrived in the United States after 18 years in Europe, where he scored 285 goals in 716 club matches.

The French international spent his last four seasons with AC Milan, scoring 15 goals in the previous season.

Giroud’s contract with LAFC goes through the 2025 season, and includes an option for 2026.

“I can bring my experience, my professionalism, my goals, and of course all the advices I can give,” he said.

“I will be available for my partners. It’s a different championship compare to Europe which improved a lot the past few years but it’s different. I have to adapt but I’ll be there to bring my contribution.”

Giroud, fresh from his EURO 2024 stint, becomes the second French player on LAFC, joining goalkeeper and former national teammate Hugo Lloris.

“I’m delighted to be here in LA, and join a great, young club that’s always doing very well,” Giroud said.

“I’m looking forward to be being on the field with the boys to bring my experience. My goals are to be a competitor and always try to give the best for the team.”

Zlatan convinced Giroud

Giroud revealed that his decision was based on the advice of AC Milan senior advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Ibrahimovic previously played for LAFC’s cross-town rival, LA Galaxy.

“I spoke to Zlatan — which was the wrong part of the city,” Giroud said.

“He told me I will enjoy it, it’s a league for strikers…the teams they don’t play to keep the result or defend. They play to score goals and give pleasure to the passionate fans.”