The striker hopes to link up with the England star at the Emirates
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud claims Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy wants to join Arsenal, as speculation of a move to the Emirates increases.
It is understood that the 29-year-old, who helped Leicester City to a shock first ever top division title this season, is set to complete a £20 million switch to Arsenal on Monday. And Giroud says he’s been told that the striker wants to join the Gunners.
“I have been told that Jamie wants to join us and it’s very good news for us. I think we can be complimentary and that’s all I can say,” said Giroud.
Arsene Wenger is understood to have triggered the £20 million release clause in Vardy’s contract, which the former Fleetwood Town striker only signed four months ago. And the deal is understood to be financially profitable for the Leicester striker.
Vardy currently earns £80,000-a-week, which would be worth in excess of £100,00-a-week if he heads to the Emirates, and a four-year deal is also understood to be a part of the player’s demands.
Giroud has said he is happy to welcome the competition Vardy will provide to Arsenal, and hopes that the England international can guide the Gunners to the Premier League title this time around.
“He’s a fantastic player, so it’s good news for us.” admitted Giroud.
“As I said in the past I am happy with competition. We have always had fantastic strikers at Arsenal and I want the best for this club. Hopefully he is going to help us win this title.
