World Cup winner and serial goalscorer Olivier Giroud is in talks with Serie A defending champions AC Milan to sign a new deal, and also confirmed that he is not ready to call time on his international career with France. The 36-year-old sees his contract with the Serie A outfit expire in June and has faced questions on his international future in the wake of Les Bleus' defeat in the 2022 FIFA World Cup final to Argentina.
France skipper Hugo Lloris called time on his career with the national team this month, while Karim Benzema also called it quits – although he did not feature in Qatar due to injury. However, Giroud, who became France's all-time leading scorer during the tournament, does not plan to follow suit.
"For the moment I continue with the national team. I was struck by the fact that Hugo has decided to leave, our relationship is special," he told Canal Football Club. "Anything can happen, I have not withdrawn from the international stage and for this reason, I remain callable.
"I have to understand if I still want to wear the blue shirt, which means a lot to me, I want to take some time before deciding."
Giroud has faced similar questions about his future with the club, given that his deal with Milan expires at the end of the season. However, he is keen to continue at San Siro. "I want to renew with Milan, with the victory of the Scudetto I entered the hearts of the fans," he said.
"I'm talking to the club, if there is a chance to finish my career at a high level at Milan I will. I could choose an exotic destination; I've always liked MLS."
Milan currently sit second on the Serie A table, 12 points adrift of leaders Napoli, ahead of Tuesday's clash against Lazio.
(With Opta Inputs)
