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Olivier Giroud undergoing medical ahead of Lille move
Olivier Giroud (38) is currently in Paris undergoing a medical ahead of completing his move to Lille OSC, according to a report from RMC Sport. Giroud has already agreed a contract termination with Los Angeles FC, which will allow him to join LOSC on a free transfer. He played his final game for the MLS side over the weekend before speaking post-match about his 'excitement' at making the move to Lille. Advertisement That move is now edging ever closer. As per RMC Sport, Giroud is currently in Paris undergoing his medical. Once that is completed, he will make the short trip to Lille, where he will sign his contract. It is understood that the transfer could be made official later today. The Frenchman will replace Jonathan David and Chuba Akpom, both of whom left at the end of last season. The latter returned to Ajax upon the expiry of his loan and the former's contract expired. Hamza Igamane is also a target for Les Dogues as they look to rejuvenate their forward line. GFFN | Luke Entwistle
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2 days ago
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Notification pops up: European club releases SEVEN players... via WhatsApp
Notification pops up: European club releases SEVEN players... via WhatsApp Ajax has released SEVEN players. So far so good, normal in football. But... The club notified the players via Whatsapp. The players were enjoying their holidays... until the notification popped up. The Ajax EXODUS included Chuba Akpom, Carlos Forbs, Borna Sosa, Kristian Hlynsson, Rasmussen, Jay Gorter, and Branco Boomen. In the message, director Alex Kroes also stated that the players would no longer have access to the club's parking and facilities. Advertisement The Ajax exodus occurred due to technical choice and a financial issue. The information was released by the portal De Telegraaf. In 2024/25, Ajax finished the Eredivisie in second place, ONE POINT behind the champion PSV. As a result, the club secured a spot in the group stage of the 2025/26 Champions League. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. 📸 Alex Bierens de Haan - 2025 Getty Images
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6 days ago
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Olivier Giroud to discuss terms of departure with LAFC amid Lille interest
According to a report from RMC Sport journalist Fabrice Hawkins, Olivier Giroud (38) is set to discuss the terms of his departure from LAFC before agreeing on personal terms with Lille OSC. As per Le Petit Lillois and confirmed by L'Équipe, Les Dogues have made an approach for France's all-time top scorer, as they look for reinforcements to strengthen their forward line following the expected departures of Jonathan David (at the end of his contract) and Chuba Akpom (returning to parent club Ajax). Advertisement Foot Mercato further explained that Lille have offered Giroud a one-year contract, which will have the option to extend for a further year. The 2018 World Cup winner reportedly is interested in the project and wants to join Bruno Génésio's squad. However, he has a contract with LAFC until the end of the calendar year, and the MLS side have the option to extend this for another season. It remains to be seen whether the club will allow their 2024 signing to return to France where he has not played since leaving Montpellier HSC in 2012 for Arsenal. GFFN | Nick Hartland
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7 days ago
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LAFC's Olivier Giroud wants to join Lille
According to a report from Foot Mercato, Lille OSC are confident that they will be able to secure the signing of Olivier Giroud (38) from LAFC this summer, as they look to bring in a new centre-forward to the club. A number nine is the priority for Les Dogues, with Jonathan David (25) set to leave the club for free in a matter of days when his contract comes to an end, while Chuba Akpom (29) will return to Ajax following the end of his loan deal. Advertisement Foot Mercato writes that Lille have begun discussions with Giroud over a one-year contract, plus an optional one-year extension. Sources speaking to the French outlet assure that the Frenchman is interested in the project. However, as reported by L'Équipe, there are some complications with the transfer, as his contract runs until the end of the calendar year, and LAFC have the option to extend it by a further year, and it is expected that they can offer far more remunerations than Lille. GFFN | Nick Hartland
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7 days ago
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Rangers' Hamza Igamane agrees terms with Lille
Lille OSC may have found their replacement for Jonathan David. As per a report by Sacha Tavolieri, the club are closing in on Rangers' Hamza Igamane (22). David left Lille upon the expiry of his contract. Italy looks to be the most likely destination for the Canada international, whilst Chuba Akpom also left the club upon the conclusion of his loan spell. He returns to parent club Ajax. Advertisement There is a big hole to fill in Lille's attack, and it looks set to be filled by Rangers forward Igamane. The Moroccan, who scored 16 goals last season, held a meeting with Les Dogues on Wednesday. During that meeting, he agreed personal terms. Lille are now in talks with Rangers in order to agree on a fee. In addition to Igamane, L'Équipe understands that the club are interested in signing LAFC forward Olivier Giroud (38), who has not played in Ligue 1 since leaving Montpellier HSC 13 years ago. GFFN | Luke Entwistle
