Olivier Giroud signs one-year extension with Lille amid Champions League success
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:05 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Olivier Giroud has signed a one-year contract extension with Lille, keeping him at the Ligue 1 club through the upcoming season. The 39-year-old former Arsenal striker played a key role in Lille's third-place finish, which secured their qualification for the Champions League. Giroud joined Lille last year after a stint in Major League Soccer and aims to contribute even more under new coach Davide Ancelotti. His extension signals a continued commitment to the club, where he sees himself potentially finishing his playing career.
- •Giroud helped Lille qualify for the Champions League this season.
- •He joined Lille after previously playing for LAFC and AC Milan.
- •Giroud scored four goals in the Europa League last season.
- •He aims to enhance his contributions under new coach Davide Ancelotti.
- •This extension could mark the final phase of Giroud's playing career.
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — 39yo ex-Gunner signs contract extension
"Olivier Giroud, who scored 105 goals for Arsenal, will stay with Lille after helping them qualify for the Champions LeaguePhoto by Kate McShane/Getty ImagesFormer Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud has si...
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