Olivier Giroud talked about a return to Champions League football as a key factor in his decision to join Chelsea from Arsenal on the final day of the January transfer window.
“The Champions League is massive for a football player. There is nothing above it when you’re playing for a club,” said the French international, who made six of his 10 starts for Arsenal this season in the Europa League.
“There will be two nice games against Barcelona. We know their qualities and I think everybody will need to be 100 per cent to go through.”
“The most important thing was talking with the coach. I felt like he really wanted me and he really wanted to work with me,” Giroud added.
“I wanted to sign for Chelsea and nowhere else. I really wanted to play more. I wanted to stay in the Premier League, and Chelsea for me is perfect because I can even stay in London.
“But the first reason is the sporting challenge. That has always been my first priority. Everything is here for me to be happy.”
Support InfoStride News' Credible Journalism: Only credible journalism can guarantee a fair, accountable and transparent society, including democracy and government. It involves a lot of efforts and money. We need your support. Click here to Donate