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Olivier Giroud set for contract extension with Lille OSC

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 9:05 AM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Olivier Giroud set for contract extension with Lille OSC

Summary

Olivier Giroud is expected to sign a one-year contract extension with Lille OSC as the club prepares for a return to the UEFA Champions League. His current contract is set to expire this summer, but discussions about renewal have been ongoing. Giroud expressed interest in continuing to play at the age of 40, having previously played 44 matches and scored 11 goals last season. Lille's president, Olivier Létang, indicated that Giroud 'still has that flame.' The club is also negotiating extensions for Thomas Meunier, Nabil Bentaleb, and Aissa Mandi.

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•Giroud's current contract expires this summer.
•He played 44 matches and scored 11 goals last season.
•Lille OSC is returning to the UEFA Champions League.
•Discussions about the contract renewal have been ongoing.
•Lille also plans to extend contracts for other players.

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9:05 AMYahoo Sports — Olivier Giroud set for Lille contract extension

What they're saying

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Olivier Giroud’s (39) contract at Lille OSC is up this summer, but with the club set for a return to the UEFA Champions League, he is now set for a renewal, as per a report from L’Équipe.Giroud ...
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