Oliver Giroud netted a hat-trick in a dominant Chelsea win over Dynamo Kyiv that booked their place in the Europa League quarter-finals.
However, the French striker said that he could not always be a substitute for The Blues. The meaning of the words is clear: either let me play the main squad, or he will consider leaving in the summer.
The 32-year old star scored 9 goals in 9 games this season and is the current first striker of the Europa League. However, in the Premier League, his playing time is limited, which makes him feel dissatisfied.
“No, impossible, I am a fighter. I am 32 years old, but I am still young. I feel very good physically. When I test on a treadmill, I must say that the result is one of the best since I came to Chelsea.” Giroud said.
“I have the motivation to continue playing. Some people ask me why I didn’t retire after the World Cup and the World Cup, but I still feel hungry. I know how much I miss football after I retire. I want more, more, I think, I have a good time in front of me for a few years.” Giroud added.
Giroud also said that he hopes to enjoy football and win the UEFA Cup championship this season.
Oliver Giroud and Chelsea booked their place in the Europa League quarter-finals after trashing Dynamo Kyiv. (Source:www.liputan6.com)
“In my career, I have experienced many difficult moments. After I won the World Cup last summer, now I only want to enjoy football.” Giroud said.
“I want to play every game and experience happiness on the court, but I am not the person who chooses the starting lineup. The head coach makes the choice. I play the Europa League. I am very happy to help the team advance, step by step, the goal is very clear. That is the championship.
“The Premier League is another matter. Do you know? Now we can’t predict the future. Who can say it, let’s see.” he added.
Giroud joined Chelsea from Premier League rival Arsenal in January 2018. He joined for a reported 18 million pounds on an 18-month contract and wears the number 18 shirt.
