# Exclusive: Latest Transfer Speculations - Olivier Giroud Bound for AC Milan?
**In a major football transfer rumour sweeping through the soccer community, it has emerged that French international striker Olivier Giroud might be set to leave his current club Arsenal for a move to Italian giants AC Milan.**
The 35-year-old striker, known for his impressive scoring record in English football, has been the subject of much speculation this transfer window. Sources close to the situation claim that Giroud, who has been at Arsenal for seven years, has agreed to a move to Serie A after talks with AC Milan representatives.
Giroud, who has 31 goals in 52 appearances for France and over 200 goals for Arsenal, is believed to have become surplus to requirements at the Emirates following the acquisition of Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli, who are emerging as key strikers for Mikel Arteta’s team.
AC Milan, who have struggled for goals this season and have been looking for a new leader to bolster their attacking options, are reported to be willing to meet Arsenal’s £5 million release clause for Giroud. The former Marseille striker is also keen to return to his home continent after nearly a decade in English football.
Arsenal, on the other hand, may be looking to make the move a more cost-effective one, considering the financial implications of selling a high-earning player who still has a contract at the club until the summer of 2023. AC Milan’s proposed payment for Giroud’s services is thought to include a loan deal, with a possibility of a permanent move next summer if he impresses at the San Siro.
Should the deal go through, Giroud will join the ranks of a rich Italian heritage, adding a wealth of experience and skill to AC Milan’s attacking arsenal. Meanwhile, Arsenal could find themselves looking elsewhere to fill the gap left by their French talisman, ensuring an interesting conclusion to a thrilling transfer window.