According to reports, Olivier Giroud is open to returning to the Premier League next season and would rather join a London-based team.
After spending two years in Italy, the French international is expected to become a free agent in the summer when his contract with AC Milan expires.
The World Cup winner may also be returning to English football, with several Premier League clubs reportedly interested in signing him.
Before his contract at the San Siro expires, Giroud is allegedly already strategizing his next move, according to the Sun.
The same source asserts that the former Arsenal and Chelsea forward has options including West Ham, Brentford, Fulham, and Crystal Palace.
The 36-year-old striker could be an asset for some teams given his 90 Premier League goals scored during his two London stays with the rival clubs.
In particular, Crystal Palace and West Ham are in need of a goal scorer for their teams after having trouble finding the back of the net all season.
He might also be persuaded to accept a transfer to Craven Cottage, where he'd get to play with Brazilian winger Willian again after parting ways with him at Chelsea.
Earlier in the season, before the Reds signed Wout Weghorst on loan from Burnley, Giroud was also rumored to be moving to Manchester United.
With 25 goals in 68 appearances across all competitions since leaving Stamford Bridge in 2021, the Frenchman has found success in Italy.
Most importantly, he was instrumental in AC Milan's 2021–22 Serie A championship victory.
Giroud assisted the Gunners in three FA Cup victories over the course of his six years at Arsenal. He captured the Champions League, Europa League, and the FA Cup once more with Chelsea.
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