Departing for MLS, Olivier Giroud spoke about his post-career as a professional footballer.
At 37, Olivier Giroud will leave AC Milan and Europe this summer to join MLS, where he has recently signed with Los Angeles FC. The top scorer in the history of the Blues has signed a contract until 2025 with the American franchise, with an additional year as an option.
After his experience across the Atlantic, Olivier Giroud will certainly put an end to his career. Moreover, the former Arsenal and Chelsea player is already thinking about what comes next. During an interview with the daily L’Equipe, the Savoyard said he wanted to stay in the world of football after hanging up his boots.
“I also do not prohibit myself from making some appearances on television”
“My answer will be the same as a few years ago. I want to stay in football, obviously, but I can’t tell you exactly what I’m going to do. I want to touch several things. Not a coach, but in recruitment, in training, being in contact with a first team…”thus shifted Giroud.
The number 9 of the France team would also like to make some appearances on television as a consultant. “A sports director position? Yes maybe. Or sports coordinator. This kind of things, he first indicated. Afterwards, I also do not forbid myself some appearances on television. It’s good, it allows you to stay in football. That’s what I want. »
