Arsenal Transfer Blow As Agent Admits Star Man Could Leave But Rules Out Two Countries

Arsenal star striker Olivier Giroud has signalled that he could leave the north London based club but has ruled out a move to Turkey or China.

The France international has struggled for playing time this season following the arrival of Alexandre Lacazette for a club record fee.

Giroud has made just one Arsenal start in the Premier League and has been warned by France national team boss Didier Deschamps that his World Cup spot is under threat unless he plays first-team football.

The powerful striker has subsequently been linked with a move to Turkish Super Lig duo Besiktas and Fenerbahce.

However, Giroud’s agent, Michael Manuello stated that his client is not seeking a move away. Speaking the the French outlet Le Figaro, Manuello also stated that Giroud is not interested in a move to Turkey.

“He listens, watches and afterwards he’ll see. There’s no sense in leaving for leaving’s sake,” Manuello told Le Figaro.

“It has to be coherent and bring him something more.

“He’ll get playing time at Arsenal, the second half of the season is important, with competitions to play, even if he’s only playing the Europa League.

“He’s not interested in [moving to Turkey]. China neither. Leaving to earn more money is not what is foremost in his thinking.

“Olivier never gives up. He fights for everything. Even if you tell him it’s impossible, he’ll listen to you, but he’ll make you understand that he doesn’t think the same thing.”

Arsenal take on Chelsea tonight in the League Cup however, Giroud is ruled out with an injury.