Olivier Giroud is on the verge of a remarkable return to Europe with the veteran striker in talks to join Lille from Los Angeles FC, according to sources close to the negotiations. Giroud seemed to have had called an end to his career in Europe's top five leagues last year when he departed AC Milan for a move to MLS,

Olivier Giroud (38) looks set to return to France this summer, with Foot Mercato reporting that Lille OSC have reached an agreement with the 2018 World Cup winner. The Frenchman is expected to sign a

Olivier Giroud has reached an agreement to join Lille, marking a sensational return to French football more than a decade after leaving Ligue 1. The 38-year-old, who spent the past year with Los Angeles FC in Major League Soccer, is close to finalising a one-year contract with Lille, with an option for an additional season.